12 Facts About Stefan Schwarz

Stefan Schwarz won 69 caps for the Sweden national team, scoring six goals.

Stefan Schwarz represented his country at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 1992 and most notably the 1994 FIFA World Cup where Sweden finished third.

Stefan Schwarz made his debut as a professional footballer with his hometown club Malmo FF.

Stefan Schwarz became a regular starter for Benfica, winning the Primeira Liga twice, and playing in the side that knocked Arsenal out of the European Cup in 1991.

Stefan Schwarz left Highbury after just one season at the club.

Stefan Schwarz spent three seasons in Italy, lifting the Coppa Italia and Super Cup.

Stefan Schwarz was bestowed with the Guldbollen in November 1999, Sweden's award for footballer of the year.

Stefan Schwarz eventually fell out with manager Peter Reid and was transfer listed in summer 2002.

Stefan Schwarz made his last appearance for the club coming off the bench for the final 25 minutes of the League Cup tie at Sheffield United 3 December 2002.

In 1992, Stefan Schwarz appeared in three games as Sweden progressed to the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 1992 before being eliminated by West Germany.

Stefan Schwarz declared his international retirement in August 2001 to focus on his club team after a series of injuries while with the national team.

Stefan Schwarz won a total of 69 caps during his career, scoring six goals.