Freddie Ljungberg played for Arsenal Football Club. The former Swedish midfielder joined Arsenal in 1998 from Halmstads BK for £3m. Ljungberg left Arsenal for West Ham in 2007. In total, he made 328 appearances for Arsenal and scored 72 goals. Ljungberg wore the number 8 shirt for Arsenal and was a part of the Invincibles squad that won the League without losing a match. He is married to Natalie Foster. Ljungberg was born on April 16, 1977. He acted as Arsenal’s Interim Head Coach from November 2019 – December 2019.
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Arsenal player ratings vs West Ham: Front three save the day
Arsenal finally got a win on the board against West Ham on Monday, coming from behind in a 10-minute blitz at the London Stadium.
Arsenal players remember how to football + 11 other things from West Ham win
It was the team all Arsenal fans wanted, for a little while at least, so there was much excitement ahead of the game followed by a lot of sadness, some jubilation and a weird sense of disbelief that Arsenal actually managed to win a match.
Kieran Tierney taken to hospital as Freddie gives Hector Bellerin update
Kieran Tierney was taken to hospital on Monday night after he appeared to dislocate his shoulder.
Pep Guardiola wants Mikel Arteta to stay but says he’s ready to manage ‘now’
Pep Guardiola has no problem recommending Mikel Arteta as his successor at Manchester City when his contract expires in 2021, claiming the Spaniard is ready to manage 'now' as Arsenal circle.
Press get naughty as Freddie Ljungberg calls on senior players to deliver
Freddie Ljungberg has called on his senior players to deliver against West Ham on Monday night as he faces the prospect of guiding Arsenal into double figures without a win.
Emile Smith Rowe should be in the first-team squad on Monday
Emile Smith Rowe played another 60 minutes for the u23s on Friday, and he showed why he's too good for youth football.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs West Ham: Tierney and Pepe to return
Arsenal face West Ham United on Monday, looking for a win after nine consecutive games without one.
Ego, cowards & 21 other things I noticed as Arsenal messed up again
Arsenal against Brighton was a lot of things, few of them good as we moved closer to the relegation zone with our first home league defeat of the season, so here are 23 things I noticed from Thursday night.
Arsenal Player Ratings vs Brighton: Only 1 player lived up to expectations
Arsenal's first home game under Freddie Ljungberg ended in disappointment as Brighton won 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday.
Freddie Ljungberg suggests Leeds should play Eddie Nketiah more
Freddie Ljungberg says he feels sorry for Eddie Nketiah so far this season, suggesting he wants the loanee to get more chances.
Freddie Ljungberg: Nicolas Pepe is a very good player and an important one
Freddie Ljungberg insists Nicolas Pepe is a very good player and an important one to Arsenal, and he just needs to adapt after his transfer from France.
Andries Jonker: Arsenal should hire Freddie permanently
Andries Jonker thinks Arsenal should hire Freddie Ljungberg permanently, claiming he fits the club's style of football.
Arsene Wenger ‘always happy’ and ‘available’ to help Freddie Ljungberg and Arsenal
Arsene Wenger has revealed that he will, of course, help Freddie Ljungberg should the Swede get in touch.
Robert Pires: The team is still sick – they need the right medicine
Robert Pires says the Arsenal team are still sick from all the things that have gone wrong this year, and they need the right medicine.
Episode 225: Ready, Steady, Freddie
In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew, Anita, Paul, and Dan review the adios to Unai, statements from Josh, and Freddie's...
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gives his opinion on Freddie Ljungberg
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gives his opinion on Freddie Ljungberg, saying he didn't have enough time to sort things out ahead of Sunday's game, but believes the interim boss will be good for the team.
Player ratings vs Norwich City: Arsenal have to come from behind to draw in...
Arsenal came from behind twice to draw against Norwich City in Freddie Ljungberg's first game in charge, though they really needed a win.
22 things I noticed as Arsenal bring back the banter era against Norwich
Freddie Ljungberg's first match as Arsenal manager didn't result in a win but it did give us a lot more entertainment, so here are 22 things I noticed during the game.
Bacary Sagna: Situation with Unai Emery’s departure is a bit sad
Bacary Sagna says the departure of Unai Emery and the situation surrounding his sacking is a bit sad, and he thinks Arsenal need more stability.
Per Mertesacker joins Freddie Ljungberg coaching team: Gilberto Silva responds to rumours he will...
Freddie Ljungberg will be alongside Per Mertesacker in the Arsenal dugout this weekend, but Gilberto Silva says he's had no contact over joining the team yet.
Freddie Ljungberg sends message to Arsenal fans in first club interview as coach
Freddie Ljungberg has sent a message to the Arsenal supporters in his first interview with the club as interim head coach.
Freddie Ljungberg: I’m proud and excited – we have some very good football players...
Freddie Ljungberg has described being appointed as Arsenal's interim head coach as a 'great honour', but admits he doesn't know how long he'll be in charge.
Freddie Ljungberg’s first starting lineup: Predicted XI vs Norwich City
Freddie Ljungberg takes up the reins as Arsenal's interim head coach on Sunday, as the club travel to Norwich City for a Premier League clash.
Arsenal told Kroenkes to sack Emery after Southampton game, flew to USA
Raul Sanllehi and Vinai Venkatesham reportedly recommended that the club sack Unai Emery after the draw against Southampton last weekend.
Arsenal defender compared Freddie Ljungberg to Pep Guardiola in February
Arsenal youth defender Daniel Ballard spent the year playing under Freddie Ljungberg last season, and he compared the club's new head coach to Pep Guardiola.
Freddie Ljungberg “I was literally shaking”
In an interview given to the Arsenal matchday programme, Freddie Ljungberg revealed how it felt to sign, play and score for Arsenal while watching fans, even policemen, sport red mohawks in his honour.
Media Roundup: Who will be Arsenal’s next long-term manager?
On Friday morning, Arsenal announced the news that Unai Emery had been sacked, and Freddie Ljungberg will take over on an interim basis.
Freddie Ljungberg’s 72 Arsenal goals: Watch them all here
Freddie Ljungberg scored 72 goals in 317 appearances for Arsenal, and if you want, you can watch them all here.
Freddie Ljungberg promises to return Arsenal fans’ smiles
Freddie Ljungberg promises to return smiles to the glum faces of Arsenal fans after he was announced as our interim manager following the sacking of Unai Emery on Friday.
What to expect from Freddie Ljungberg: From a close follower of his u23 team
Arsenal have appointed Freddie Ljungberg as interim head coach, taking charge temporarily whilst the club search for a long-term successor to Unai Emery.
Freddie Ljungberg’s goal is to be Arsenal head coach says former teammate
Freddie Ljungberg's goal is to become Arsenal's head coach someday, according to former Gunner Anders Limpar and with Unai Emery's sacking, he's one step closer.
Joe Willock: Ljungberg keeps me grounded, encourages me and helps me improve
Back in October, Joe Willock admitted his most recent England u21 performance wasn't his best, but he knows Freddie Ljungberg will help him learn from it.
Official: Unai Emery sacked by Arsenal – Freddie Ljungberg to take over
Unai Emery has been sacked by Arsenal after a run of poor performances and results left the club with no other option.
Freddie Ljungberg and Steve Bould could take over from Unai Emery
Freddie Ljungberg and Steve Bould have been tipped to step in for Unai Emery if the Spanish head coach gets sacked in the coming weeks.
Nigel Winterburn: The Arsenal squad will have to get used to it
Nigel Winterburn has been speaking about the situation at Arsenal with Unai Emery while also looking ahead to Arsenal's game against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.
David Ornstein: Freddie Ljungberg expected to take temporary charge if anything happens with Unai...
The logical feeling is that Freddie Ljungberg would get the interim Arsenal head coach job if anything happened with Unai Emery, according to David Ornstein.
Unai Emery insists there’s no translation issue with him and Bukayo Saka
Unai Emery insists there's no translation issue with him and Bukayo Saka, even if he does get Freddie Ljungberg to help out sometimes.
Watch: Arsenal’s bench players react to Aston Villa comeback goals
Arsenal completed a 10-man comeback against Aston Villa on Sunday, coming from behind twice to win the match.
Unai Emery: We are very happy with Freddie Ljungberg, he’s a Gunner!
Unai Emery says Arsenal are very happy with Freddie Ljungberg, and the former u23 coach helps to give them an advantage with the young players.
Major shakeup: New contract signed as coaches swap roles at Arsenal
Freddie Ljungberg has reportedly signed a new contract formalising his new role at the club with an announcement expected at the start of the week.