About Gunnar Thorsteinsson
Lived 1894 – 1921 (aged 26). Gunnar Thorsteinsson was an Icelandic association football player.
Gunnar Pétursson Thorsteinsson (26 June 1894 – 5 March 1921) was an Icelandic footballer. He is considered one of Iceland's first great footballers.
Gunnar joined Fram in 1913, quickly becoming one of their best players. He was the Icelandic tournaments top goal scorer during the 1917 season.
Death In the fall of 1919, Gunnar fell ill with pulmonary tuberculosis. At the time of his death, he was engaged to Nína Sæmundsdóttir.
Honours, trophies and achievements Titles Icelandic Championships (3): 1913, 1914, 1918 Individual Icelandic tournament top goal scorer: 1917
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Who was Gunnar Thorsteinsson?
Icelandic association football player (1894-1921)
When was Gunnar Thorsteinsson born?
Gunnar Thorsteinsson was born on 26 June 1894 in Bíldudalur.
When did Gunnar Thorsteinsson die?
Gunnar Thorsteinsson died on 4 March 1921 in Søllerød.
What was Gunnar Thorsteinsson's occupation?
Gunnar Thorsteinsson was an association football player.
What nationality was Gunnar Thorsteinsson?
Gunnar Thorsteinsson was Icelandic.
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