Sven Goran’s Net Worth, Awards, Endorsements, Achievements, Contracts, Career Life, and Timeline

Sven Goran’s Net Worth, Awards, Endorsements, Achievements, Contracts, Career Life, and Timeline

Net Worth

Sven-Göran Eriksson had an estimated net worth of $35 million¹². His wealth was accumulated through his extensive career in football management, various endorsements, and other business ventures.

Awards

Throughout his illustrious career, Eriksson received numerous awards, including:

• Serie A Coach of the Year (2000)³
• BBC Sports Personality of the Year Coach Award (2001)³
• Premier League Manager of the Month (August 2007)⁴

Endorsements

Eriksson’s high profile in the football world attracted several endorsements over the years. While specific details about his endorsement deals are not widely publicized, his status as a top manager likely brought him lucrative opportunities with sports brands and other companies.

Achievements

Eriksson’s career is marked by significant achievements:

• IFK Göteborg: UEFA Cup (1982), Swedish Championship (1981, 1982)
• Benfica: Primeira Liga (1982-83, 1983-84, 1990-91), Taça de Portugal (1982-83), Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira (1989)
• Roma: Coppa Italia (1985-86)
• Sampdoria: Coppa Italia (1993-94)
• Lazio: Serie A (1999-2000), Coppa Italia (1997-98, 1999-2000), Supercoppa Italiana (1998, 2000), UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup (1998-99), UEFA Super Cup (1999)
• England National Team: Led the team to the quarter-finals of the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups and the 2004 UEFA European Championship⁵⁶⁷.

Contracts

Eriksson’s contracts were often high-profile and lucrative:

• England National Team: His contract with the England national team was particularly notable, making him one of the highest-paid managers at the time. He stepped down after the 2006 World Cup despite having two years left on his contract⁸⁹.
• Manchester City: Managed the team during the 2007-2008 season, bringing in several high-profile players⁴.
• Leicester City: Managed the team from 2010 to 2011¹⁰.

Career Life

Sven-Göran Eriksson’s journey in football management began in Sweden. After a modest playing career as a right-back, Eriksson transitioned into coaching due to a knee injury. His first managerial role was with Degerfors IF in 1977, where he quickly made a name for himself by leading the team to promotion.

Breakthrough with IFK Göteborg

Eriksson’s big break came when he took over IFK Göteborg in 1979. Under his leadership, the club won the Swedish Championship twice (1981, 1982) and the UEFA Cup in 1982. This success on the European stage brought him to the attention of top clubs across the continent.

Success in Portugal with Benfica

In 1982, Eriksson moved to Portugal to manage Benfica. His tenure at Benfica was highly successful, winning the Primeira Liga twice (1982-83, 1983-84) and also the Taça de Portugal (1982-83). He returned to Benfica for a second spell from 1989 to 1992, adding another Primeira Liga title to his resume.

Italian Adventures

Eriksson’s managerial career in Italy began with AS Roma in 1984, where he won the Coppa Italia in 1985-86. He later managed Fiorentina before moving to Sampdoria in 1992. At Sampdoria, he won another Coppa Italia in 1993-94.

His most successful period in Italy came with Lazio, where he also managed from 1997 to 2001. During his time at Lazio, Eriksson won the Serie A title (1999-2000), two Coppa Italia titles (1997-98, 1999-2000), the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup (1998-99), and the UEFA Super Cup (1999).

England National Team

In 2001, Eriksson became the first foreign manager of the England national team. His tenure saw England reach the quarter-finals of the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups and also the 2004 UEFA European Championship. Despite criticism from some quarters, Eriksson’s time with England is remembered for bringing stability and consistent performances in major tournaments.

Club Management in England

After leaving the England job, Eriksson managed Manchester City for the 2007-2008 season. His time at City was marked by significant player acquisitions and also a respectable finish in the Premier League. He later managed Leicester City from 2010 to 2011, aiming to guide the team to promotion from the Championship.

International Ventures

Eriksson’s career also included stints with national teams outside Europe. He managed Mexico during the 2010 World Cup qualifiers and the Ivory Coast during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. His international experience extended to Asia, where he managed the Philippines national team from 2018 to 2019.

Later Career and Legacy

In the later stages of his career, Eriksson managed clubs in various countries, including Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, and China. His global managerial career showcased his adaptability and strategic acumen.

Timeline

• 1948: Born in Sunne, Sweden.
• 1977: Began managerial career with Degerfors IF.
• 1982: Won the UEFA Cup with IFK Göteborg.
• Also 1982-1984: Managed Benfica, winning multiple titles.
• 1984-1987: Managed Roma, winning the Coppa Italia.
• 1987-1989: Managed Fiorentina.
• Also 1989-1992: Returned to Benfica, winning more titles.
• 1992-1997: Managed Sampdoria, winning the Coppa Italia.
• 1997-2001: Managed Lazio, achieving significant success including the Serie A title.
• Also 2001-2006: Managed the England national team.
• 2007-2008: Managed Manchester City.
• 2010-2011: Managed Leicester City.
• Also 2013-2017: Managed various clubs in China.
• 2018-2019: Managed the Philippines national team.
• 2024: Passed away on August 26⁵¹¹⁶⁷.