Emeka Andersen

Emeka Clarence Akpuaka Andersen (born 8 June 1971) is a former Danish footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Early life Andersen was born in 1971 in Denmark. He is of Nigerian descent.

Playing career Andersen started his career with Danish side Brøndby IF. He played in the UEFA Champions League while playing for the club. On November 4 1998, he started in an 0–5 loss against Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League.

He retired from professional football due to injury before coming out of retirement to play for Danish side Avarta.

Post-playing career After retiring from professional football, Andersen worked as director of handball club AG København. He also worked as a goalkeeper coach for, inter alia, BK Frem, Hvidovre IF and the Faroese national team. On 8 July 2025, he was announced as the new goalkeeping coach for Fremad Amager.

Personal life Andersen has also played handball and bobsleigh concurrently as his football career. After retiring from professional football, he lived in Stevns Municipality, Denmark.