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The 33 of Denmark

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1 ML 94 Michael Laudrup One of the most graceful and gifted playmakers of his generation, Laudrup enchanted audiences with his sublime skill at Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Juventus. CAM
2 PS 94 Peter Schmeichel A titan between the sticks, Schmeichel commanded Manchester United to their historic Treble and was the bedrock of Denmark's shock Euro 1992 victory. GK1990s
3 AS 90 Allan Simonsen A diminutive dynamo, his dazzling dribbling and incisive finishing earned him the 1977 Ballon d'Or during his time with Gladbach and Barcelona. CAM1970s
4 PE 89 Preben Elkjær The powerful cult hero led Verona to a stunning Serie A title and was a formidable presence for Denmark's 'Danish Dynamite' at Euro '84 and the 1986 World Cup. SS1980s
5 BL 88 Brian Laudrup A graceful forward, he was an integral part of Denmark's shock Euro '92 triumph and graced the pitches for Rangers, AC Milan, and Chelsea. CAM
6 CE 88 Christian Eriksen The silky playmaker has consistently showcased his incredible vision and passing range across Europe's top leagues and for the Danish national team. CM
7 SL 88 Søren Lerby On 13 November 1985 he started a World Cup qualifier for Denmark in Dublin, came off at half-time, flew by private jet to Düsseldorf and finished the evening playing a cup tie for Bayern Munich in Bochum. The European Cup came in 1988 with PSV Eindhoven, and his left foot brought league titles in both the Netherlands and Germany plus top-scorer honours in the 1979-80 European Cup with ten goals for Ajax. CM1970s–80s
8 JD 87 Jon Dahl Tomasson A prolific striker and Denmark's joint-record goalscorer, he was a vital part of AC Milan's Champions League success and Feyenoord's UEFA Cup win. SS
9 KV 87 Kim Vilfort His low shot from the edge of the box went in off Bodo Illgner's left post in the 78th minute of the 1992 European Championship final, sealing 2-0 against Germany, and he had twice left his gravely ill daughter's bedside to play in Sweden. Denmark's title that June heads a haul of seven Danish championships with Brøndby, three cups, Danish Footballer of the Year in 1991 and the Superliga's player of the century award. CM1980s–90s
10 MO 87 Morten Olsen A true footballing intellectual, Olsen redefined the libero role with his elegant play and astute leadership for clubs like Anderlecht and Köln. CB
11 HN 86 Harald Nielsen Rome's Stadio Olimpico staged the only championship play-off in Serie A history on 7 June 1964, and Guld-Harald settled it, converting Pascutti's pass for Bologna's second goal in a 2-0 win over Inter. He took the scudetto that day as the league's leading scorer with 21 goals, having shared the same honour a year earlier, and had already won Olympic silver in 1960 as Rome's top marksman. ST1960s
12 KS 86 Kasper Schmeichel Following in giant footsteps, the formidable Leicester City stopper played a starring role in their fairy-tale Premier League title win and at Euro 2020. GK2020s
13 FA 85 Frank Arnesen An influential midfielder, Arnesen was a creative force for Ajax and PSV, winning multiple league titles and the European Cup. CM
14 PN 85 Poul Nielsen A pioneering goal machine, his incredible scoring record established him as one of Denmark's first true footballing legends in the early 20th century. ST
15 DA 84 Daniel Agger A truly elegant, left-footed centre-back, Agger commanded the Liverpool defence and led his national team with distinction. CB
16 SK 84 Simon Kjær The commanding presence for AC Milan, Kjær was the inspirational captain who marshalled a valiant Danish defence all the way to the Euro 2020 semi-finals. CB2020s
17 CP 83 Christian Poulsen The combative midfielder anchored the midfield for several European giants, including Schalke, Sevilla, and Juventus, embodying defensive discipline. CDM
18 DR 83 Dennis Rommedahl A lighting-fast winger, his electrifying runs down the flank and pinpoint delivery were a hallmark of his long international career and spells at PSV and Ajax. LM
19 ES 83 Ebbe Sand The relentless striker was a fan favourite at Schalke 04, where his clinical finishing and dedication endeared him to the Bundesliga faithful. ST
20 JH 83 Jan Heintze The marauding left-back enjoyed a decorated career particularly with PSV Eindhoven, where he won the European Cup in 1988. LB1980s
21 JG 83 Jesper Grønkjær On 11 May 2003 he curled one in from 25 yards against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, the goal that put Chelsea into the Champions League six weeks before Roman Abramovich bought the club. He won four Danish titles with FC Copenhagen, the Danish Cup in 2009 and the KNVB Cup with Ajax in 1999, was Superliga Player of the Year in 2006-07, and played 80 times for Denmark at two World Cups and two European Championships. LM1999–2009
22 JJ 83 John Jensen A cult hero for Arsenal and a Euro 1992 winner, Jensen famously scored in the final against Germany, solidifying his place in Danish football folklore. CM1990s
23 MJ 83 Martin Jørgensen A versatile and intelligent midfielder, he was a consistent performer for Udinese and Fiorentina, known for his work rate and ability to dictate play from the right. RM
24 TG 83 Thomas Gravesen A tenacious and physical midfielder, Gravesen was known for his uncompromising style, famously featuring for both Everton and Real Madrid. CDM
25 FP 82 Flemming Povlsen A tireless and agile forward, his relentless energy and crucial goals were instrumental in Borussia Dortmund's successes and Denmark's Euro '92 victory. ST
26 HA 82 Henrik Andersen A versatile defender capable of operating across the backline, Andersen was an integral part of Denmark's fairytale triumph at the 1992 European Championship. RB1990s
27 IN 82 Ivan Nielsen A powerful and uncompromising defender, Nielsen was a key component of the dominant PSV side that lifted the European Cup in 1988. CB1980s
28 MK 82 Michael Krohn-Dehli A technically gifted midfielder, he showcased his elegant touch and precise passing across spells in La Liga with Celta Vigo and Sevilla. RM
29 PR 82 Per Røntved A pioneering figure for Danish football, Røntved was a versatile and cultured defender who even captained his national side for a decade. CB
30 TD 82 Thomas Delaney A tenacious and tireless box-to-box midfielder, Delaney brought boundless energy and an aerial threat to every team he represented, including Dortmund. CM
31 TS 82 Thomas Sørensen A reliable presence in the Premier League for over a decade, this consistent performer was a long-serving and dependable guardian of the Danish goal. GK
32 SB 81 Søren Busk A solid and dependable presence at the back, he featured prominently for Denmark's iconic 1984 Euros and 1986 World Cup squads. CB1984–86
33 WK 81 William Kvist The intelligent holding midfielder provided crucial tactical balance for both FC Copenhagen and VfB Stuttgart throughout his career. CDM

About this XI

At the head of Denmark's pool stand Michael Laudrup, Peter Schmeichel and Allan Simonsen. The 33 covers 3 goalkeepers, 8 defenders, 16 midfielders and 6 forwards, spanning the 1960s to the 2020s. Michael Laudrup leads the pool at 94 overall. Pick a formation, drag your eleven onto the pitch, then settle the duels below. Your votes reorder the people's ranking of these 33 in real time.

Left out, and why

A 33 is a set of decisions, and these are the players who lost their place in the last revision of Denmark's list. Every one of them has a case.

Disagree? That is the point. Settle it in the duels above.

Who is the greatest Denmark footballer of all time?
In the 33 Legends editorial ranking, Michael Laudrup leads Denmark with an overall rating of 94. The editorial top five: Michael Laudrup, Peter Schmeichel, Allan Simonsen, Preben Elkjær, Brian Laudrup. The people's ranking on this page moves with every duel vote and can disagree.
How were these 33 Denmark players chosen?
The pool covers every position across Denmark's football history. Ratings weigh peak level, longevity, honours and historical standing, then the full methodology page explains the tiers. Fan votes in the duels build a second, independent ranking.
Which Denmark players reach the Immortal tier or higher?
None yet. Michael Laudrup leads the Denmark pool at 94, in the Mythic tier.
Can I build and share my own Denmark all-time XI?
Yes. Pick one of eight formations, drag any of the 33 onto the pitch, and export your lineup as a PNG. There is no account and no sign-up.
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