Bernt Andersson facts for kids
![]() Andersson in 1964
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Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | 5 September 1933 | ||
Date of death | 6 January 2020 | (aged 86)||
Playing position | Midfielder | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
Sundbybergs IK | |||
1952–1965 | Djurgårdens IF | 91 | (19) |
Teams managed | |||
Gustavsberg | |||
Älvsjö AIK | |||
1972 | Halmstads BK | ||
Vasalunds IF | |||
Helsingborgs IF | |||
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Bernt "Sump-Hugo" Andersson (born September 5, 1933 – died January 6, 2020) was a famous Swedish football player and later a manager. He was known for his skills as a midfielder.
Bernt played a big part in the history of Djurgårdens IF. He played in 91 matches in Sweden's top football league, called Allsvenskan. During his time with Djurgårdens IF, he scored 19 goals.
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Bernt Andersson's Football Career
Bernt Andersson started his journey in football as a player. He was a midfielder, which is a key position in football. Midfielders help both defend their goal and attack the opponent's goal.
Playing for Djurgårdens IF
Bernt Andersson spent most of his playing career with Djurgårdens IF. He played for this club from 1952 to 1965. This was a very successful time for him and the team.
Winning Championships
During his time with Djurgårdens IF, Bernt helped his team win the Allsvenskan league title twice. These wins happened in the 1954–55 season and again in 1964. Winning the Allsvenskan means being the best football team in Sweden for that year.
His Time as a Manager
After he stopped playing, Bernt Andersson became a football manager. He used his experience to guide other teams. He managed several clubs, helping new players grow.
He managed teams like Gustavsberg and Älvsjö AIK. He also managed Halmstads BK in 1972. Later, he worked with Vasalunds IF and Helsingborgs IF.
Awards and Achievements
Bernt Andersson's hard work and talent earned him some great achievements in football. These are often called "Honours" in sports.
Djurgårdens IF
- Allsvenskan (Swedish League Champions):
- 1954–55
- 1964