Karl Fredrik "Freddie" Ljungberg (born 16 April 1977 in Vittsjö, Hässleholm) is a Swedish professional footballer with Seattle Sounders FC in Major League Soccer. Ljungberg has in Europe normally played as a winger, either on his preferred right side or occasionally on the left. In MLS for Seattle Sounders FC he plays as an offensive central playmaker. He was the captain of the Swedish national team until he announced his international retirement after Euro 2008. Ljungberg is also a male model, and was the model for Calvin Klein underwear until 2007. Previously he represented brands such as Nike, Procter & Gamble and L'Oreal. Currently he also represents Puma and Pepsi.
 
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