How many caps did Torbjörn Nilsson win for Sweden?

Torbjörn Nilsson won 28 caps for Sweden, scoring 9 goals.

Which clubs did Torbjörn Nilsson play for?

Jonsereds IF (1971–1974), IFK Göteborg (1975–1976), PSV Eindhoven (1976–1977), IFK Göteborg (1977–1982), 1. FC Kaiserslautern (1982–1984), IFK Göteborg (1984–1986), Jonsereds IF (1986–1990).

Where does Torbjörn Nilsson rank among Sweden's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Torbjörn Nilsson #22 of Sweden's 33 greatest players of all time.

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22 / Sweden · 1976–1985

Torbjörn Nilsson

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Caps · Sweden

Goals · Sweden

Life

1954

Clubs

Jonsereds IF, IFK Göteborg, 1. FC Kaiserslautern

#22

Editorial rank of 33 for Sweden

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An iconic figure at IFK Göteborg, this dynamic midfielder was a driving force, blending offensive prowess with tireless engine to control the game. Career record: 28 caps and 9 goals for Sweden; club career at Jonsereds IF, IFK Göteborg, 1. FC Kaiserslautern.

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Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1971–1974	Jonsereds IF
1975–1976	IFK Göteborg
1976–1977	PSV Eindhoven
1977–1982	IFK Göteborg
1982–1984	1. FC Kaiserslautern
1984–1986	IFK Göteborg
1986–1990	Jonsereds IF
Sweden	28 caps, 9 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Sweden checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Sweden checked 4 October 2026

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Around Nilsson in the almanac

One rank above: Roland Nilsson at #21.

One rank below: Anders Svensson at #23.

Sweden's editorial top five: Gunnar Nordahl · Zlatan Ibrahimović · Henrik Larsson · Nils Liedholm · Gunnar Gren.

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