About Brede Hangeland
Brede Paulsen Hangeland (Norwegian pronunciation: [ˈbrèːdə ˈhɑ̀ŋəlɑn]; born 20 June 1981) is a former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. Born in the United States, he represented the Norway national team. He began his career with Viking, where he won the Norwegian Cup in 2001. In 2006, he moved to Copenhagen, and went on to win two Danish Superliga titles at the club. From 2008 to 2014 he played for Fulham, helping the team to the 2010 UEFA Europa League Final, but was released in 2014 after the club's relegation, subsequently joining Crystal Palace. Hangeland played for the Norway national team between 2002 and 2014. He was the team captain from 2008 until his resignation, and in total he played 91 matches and scored four goals. During his time at Copenhagen, Hangeland won the Danish Superliga twice and the Royal League once. Hangeland was appointed captain of the Norway national team on 12 August 2008, and on 23 August he scored his first goal for Fulham against Arsenal, with Fulham winning the game 1–0. Hangeland's first goal came in his 62nd match; a UEFA Euro 2012 qualifying match against Iceland.
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