1. Martin Andresen was born on 2 February 1977 and is a Norwegian former professional football player and manager, who played as a central midfielder.
12 Facts About Martin Andresen
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Martin Andresen became the most expensive transfer in Brann history, in a deal worth ca.
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In 2006, Brann had their best season opening ever, with Martin Andresen filling the captain role.
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Martin Andresen periodically captained team Norway, playing in central midfield.
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Martin Andresen was described as the most valuable player by many Norwegian pundits.
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Martin Andresen was announced as the new manager of Valerenga on 6 November 2007 while still under contract with Brann for the remainder of the year.
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Martin Andresen signed a three-year-long contract with Valerenga as player and manager.
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Martin Andresen retired as a player before the 2010 season, but continued to play several matches for the reserve team in the Norwegian Second Division.
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On 15 October 2012, Martin Andresen was dismissed as manager for Valerenga.
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Martin Andresen came out for retirement for a second time on 18 August 2015, and joined Sandefjord Fotball for the remainder of the 2015 Tippeligaen season.
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Martin Andresen made his debut for Norway national team in a 15 August 2001 friendly match against Turkey and earned a total of 43 caps, scoring three goals.
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Martin Andresen is an heir to the Norwegian furniture manufacturer Skeidar.