Ola Toivonen Biography
Ola Toivonen (full name: Nils Ola Toivonen) is a Swedish footballer born on 3rd July 1986 in Degerfors, Sweden. He plays as an attacking midfielder or striker for Melbourne Victory and the Sweden national team.
Toivonen began his career at Degerfors where he became involved in their campaign in 2005 to avoid relegation from Superettan. He was then bought by Örgryte and their manager Zoran Lukić. The first, and only, season in Örgryte ended sadly. Lukić was sacked, and Örgryte finished last in Allsvenskan, and thus was relegated to Superettan. In November 2006, he won the “Newcomer of the Year” award at the annual Swedish football awards.
Ola Toivonen Age
Ola is 34 years as of 2020. He was born on 3rd July 1986 in Degerfors, Sweden. He celebrates his birthday on 3rd July every year. His birth sign is Cancer.
Ola Toivonen Height
Ola stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches or 1.89 m.
Ola Toivonen Finnish | Nationality
Toivonen is of Finnish descent from his father’s side. His father is Finnish and emigrated to Degerfors from Finland to work in a factory.
Ola Toivonen Family
His parents are Margareta (mother) and Yrjö Toivonen (father) who are from Finland and emigrated to Degerfors to work in a factory. He has two siblings, being the youngest, a brother by the name of Peter Toivonen and a sister by the name of Lisa Toivonen.
Ola Toivonen Wife, Emma Herbring
Toivonen is married to Emma Herbring. Emma is also a football player and has played for several clubs. She has also played in Swedish Premier League for Ldb FC. The couple met in high school in Degerfors, and they started dating in 2002; eventually were married in Loka Brunn on June 20, 2015.
Ola Toivonen Children
Ola and his wife have two children a girl and a boy.
Ola Toivonen Net Worth
Ola has an estimated net worth of $3 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a football player. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Ola Toivonen Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Ola
Ola Toivonen Wiki
- Full Names: Ola Toivonen
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: footballer
- Nationality: Swedish
- Race / Ethnicity: Finish
- Religion: To be updated
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Ola Toivonen Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 34 years old (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Date of Birth: 3rd July 1986
- Place of Birth: Degerfors, Sweden
- Birthday: 3rd July
Ola Toivonen Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be updated
- Height / How Tall?:
- Weight: To be updated
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Blonde
Ola Toivonen Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Yrjö Toivonen
- Mother: Margareta Toivonen
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Two
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Emma Herbig
- Children: Two, son and daughter
Ola Toivonen Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: To be updated
- Salary: To be updated
- Source of Income: To be updated
Ola House and Cars
- Place of living: $16 million
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Ola Toivonen Malmö FF
In 2007, he signed a four-year contract with Malmö FF in a transfer worth more than $1.1 million becoming the second most expensive player of all time. In the 2007 season, he scored three goals with the club finishing 9th in Allsvenskan. During the 2008 season he made 27 appearances and scored 14 goals with the club finishing 6th.
Ola Toivonen PSV Eindhoven
In the early 2009, he signed a contract with PSV Eindhoven at a fee of €3.5 million according to some sources and other sources €4.5 million.
In February 2009 he received a red card that sidelined him for two matches. His first half season in the Netherlands, saw Toivonen score 6 goals in 14 appearances for his new club.
During the 2013-14 season Toivonen made 14 appearances in which he scored once, despite being dissatisfied after a transfer had failed. In the winter break PSV announced that Toivonen would not play a single match for PSV in the second half of the season. Both the player and the club wanted to disband.
Ola Toivonen Toulouse
On 4th August 2016 he signed for French club Toulouse FC.
Ola Toivonen International Career
He made his international debut on 14th January 2007 when Sweden lost 2–0 away to Venezuela. On 21 August 2007, he scored a hat trick (including 2 penalties) for Sweden U21 against Wales U21 in a 4–3
friendly defeat.
During the 2009 European Championship in Sweden he was a member of the U-21 national team and scored three times in the competition against Italy U21, Serbia U21, and a superb freekick against England U21 which contributed to a comeback from 3–0 down to 3–3 with Toivonen scoring the second goal.
Leading up to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, Sweden played Bosnia and Herzegovina in a friendly on 29 May. Toivonen was included in the starting lineup scoring the opening goal in the 44th minute, giving Sweden a lead at half time.
On 11 August 2010, Toivonen started for the national side in a friendly against Scotland at the Råsunda Stadium in Stockholm. Toivonen grabbed Sweden’s third goal in the 55th minute, his second international goal, helping to seal a 3–0 win for the home side.
Ola Toivonen FIFA 18
His overall rating in FIFA 18 is 73 with a potential of 73. Toivonen has got a 2-star skill moves rating. He prefers to shoot with his right foot. His workrates are Medium / Medium. Toivonen’s height is 192 cm and his weight is estimated at 78 kg. Currently, Ola is playing with numbers 11 and 20. His best stats are: Strength: 78, Vision: 76, Short Pass: 76, Stamina: 76, Shot Power: 76.
Ola Toivonen Current Teams
- Melbourne Victory FC #11/ Forward
- Sweden National Football Team #20/ Forward
Frequently Asked Questions About Ola
Who is Ola Toivonen?
Toivonen is a Swedish footballer born on 3rd July 1986 in Degerfors, Sweden. He plays as an attacking midfielder or striker for Melbourne Victory and the Sweden national team.
How old is Ola Toivonen?
Ola is 34 years as of 2020. He was born on 3rd July 1986 in Degerfors, Sweden.
How tall is Ola Toivonen?
Ola stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches or 1.89 m.
Is Ola Toivonen married?
Toivonen is married to Emma Herbring. Emma is also a football player and has played for several clubs. She has also played in Swedish Premier League for Ldb FC.
What is Ola Toivonen’s net worth?
Ola has an estimated net worth of $3 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a football player. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Where does Ola live?
Because of security reasons, Ola has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Ola dead or alive?
Ola is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Ola Toivonen Social Media Contacts
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