Gustaf Andersson (footballer)

Jan Gustaf Andersson (born December 6, 1974 in Trollhättan) is a former football striker, ending his career in 2007 after not getting a new contract with Swedish Premier Division side Helsingborgs IF. He signed for the club in 2002, leaving IFK Göteborg. He was known as a versatile player who runs a lot and whose headings are a fearful weapon for opponents. He has played for the Sweden national football team. In January 2008, it was officially announced that Andersson's contract with HIF would not be extended. Andersson decided to end his professional career and start a civilian one instead, working as a coordinator for the public high schools in Helsingborg.

Gustaf Andersson
Personal information
Full name Jan Gustaf Andersson
Date of birth (1974-12-06) December 6, 1974
Place of birth Trollhättan, Sweden
Height 188 cm (6 ft 2 in)
Playing position(s) Forward
Club information
Current team
Helsingborgs IF
Number 7
Youth career
1980–1990 Trollhättans BoIS
1991 Trollhättans FK
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1992–1996 Trollhättans FK 52 (28)
1997–1999 Västra Frölunda IF 70 (19)
2000–2002 IFK Göteborg 65 (24)
2002–2007 Helsingborgs IF 70 (19)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only


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