Anton Johanson
Swedish footballer and manager
About Anton Johanson
Lived 1877 – 1952 (aged 75). Anton Johanson was a Swedish association football player, association football coach, beamter and telegraphist.
Anton Johanson (sometimes spelled Johansson) (28 January 1877 – 24 December 1952) was a Swedish football player and manager as well as a pioneer in Swedish football. He played for IFK Köping and IFK Stockholm during his career. He was one of the founders of the Swedish Football Association, of which he also was secretary from 1905 to 1922 and chairman from 1923 to 1937. He was part of the FIFA board from 1932 to 1938.
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Who was Anton Johanson?
Swedish footballer and manager (1877-1952)
When was Anton Johanson born?
Anton Johanson was born on 28 January 1877 in Köping Urban Parish, Sweden.
When did Anton Johanson die?
Anton Johanson died on 24 December 1952 in Sweden.
What was Anton Johanson's occupation?
Anton Johanson was an association football player, association football coach, beamter and telegraphist.
What nationality was Anton Johanson?
Anton Johanson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anton Johanson. https://biography.guide/anton-johanson/
MLA: "Anton Johanson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/anton-johanson/.
Chicago: "Anton Johanson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/anton-johanson/.
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