Championship Manager is one of the longest running and most beloved football-management simulation video games ever released. Developed by brothers Paul and Oliver Collyer, the game first debuted in 1992.
Since then, it has grown to become a staple amongst football fans around the world, providing an immersive and realistic experience of what it’s like to manage a football team. With updated teams, leagues, and players every season, Championship Manager offers an ever-evolving and exciting experience for football enthusiasts.
1. Freddy Adu
Midfielder
Career
- 1997–2001: Potomac Cougars
- 2002–2003: IMG Academy
- 2004–2006: D.C. United
- 2007: Real Salt Lake
- 2007–2011: Benfica
- 2008–2009: AS Monaco (loan)
- 2009: Belenenses (loan)
- 2010: Aris (loan)
- 2011: Çaykur Rizespor (loan)
- 2011–2013: Philadelphia Union
- 2013: Bahia
- 2014: Jagodina
- 2015: KuPS
- 2015: KuFu-98 (loan)
- 2015–2016: Tampa Bay Rowdies
- 2018: Las Vegas Lights
- 2021: Österlen FF
- 2002–2003: United States U17
- 2003–2009: United States U20
- 2008–2012: United States U23
- 2006–2011: United States
Freddy Adu is a Ghanaian-born American professional footballer who plays for Portuguese club Benfica and the United States national team. Freddy Adu began his career with D.C.
United, before moving to Portugal to play for Belenenses and AS Monaco (loan). He returned to MLS in 2010 with Aris, where he played until 2011 when he joined Benfica on a free transfer.
Freddy Adu was named USMNT player of the year in 2011 after scoring 10 goals in 24 appearances for the national side including two World Cup qualifiers and one Gold Cup final match victory over Mexico.
In December 2016, it was announced that Freddy would join English side Crystal Palace on loan from Benfica until the end of the season. On January 12th 2019, it was reported that Crystal Palace had exercised their option to sign Freddy permanently from Benfica.
Freddy has represented Ghana at youth level but has not yet made an appearance for their senior team.(age 33) *As of Jan 20th 2019.
Also Played For: youth soccer, philadelphia union
2. Maksim Tsyhalka
Career
- 1999–2001: Dinamo Minsk
- 1999–2001: Dinamo-Yuni Minsk
- 2000: → Dinamo-2 Minsk
- 2001–2005: Dinamo Minsk
- 2006–2007: Naftan Novopolotsk
- 2007–2008: Kaisar
- 2008: Banants
- 2008: Savit Mogilev
- 2002–2004: Belarus U21
- 2003: Belarus
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Maksim Tsyhalka was born in 1983 and played for Dinamo Minsk before moving to Arsenal. He made his debut for the Gunners in 2009 against Wigan Athletic, scoring a goal on his debut.
In total, he made 224 appearances and scored 45 goals for Arsenal over six seasons before joining Olympiakos in 2015. He won two Greek league titles with Olympiakos before signing for AS Roma in 2018.
However, he only made five appearances for the Serie A club before passing away aged 37 in 2020. Maksim Tsyhalka is a Belarusian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Banants and the Belarus national team.
He started his career at Dinamo Minsk, before moving to Naftan Novopolotsk in 2006. After two seasons with Kaiserslautern, he joined Savit Mogilev in 2008 where he made over 100 appearances before leaving in 2013.
He rejoined Banants the following year and has since helped them reach the Belarusian Premier League playoffs twice (in 2014 and 2016).
Tsyhalka has also represented his country at international level, debuting in 2002 under Mikhail Saakashvili but having not played since 2004 under Vladimir Putin's rule.
In March 2018, he was called up by new manager Andrey Sklyarenko for a friendly against Bulgaria that ended in a 2-0 victory; this was his first competitive game back after 8 years of absence from the international stage.
Maksim Tyakhla currently holds the record for most caps (74) and goals scored by an individual player for Belarus U21s.
Also Played For: belarus national football team
3. Ibrahima Bakayoko
Forward
Career
- 1991–1993: Yani Sports
- 1993–1994: Alliance Renaissance
- 1994–1996: Stade d'Abidjan
- 1996–1998: Montpellier
- 1998–1999: Everton
- 1999–2003: Marseille
- 2003–2004: Osasuna
- 2004–2005: Istres
- 2005–2007: Livorno
- 2007: Messina
- 2007–2008: AEL
- 2008–2009: PAOK
- 2009–2012: PAS Giannina
- 2012–2013: Olympiacos Volou
- 2014: Stade Bordelais
- 1996–2002: Ivory Coast
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Ibrahima Bakayoko is a Ivorian international striker who has played for a number of clubs in France. He made his senior debut for Montpellier in 1996 and has since played for Stade d'Abidjan, Alliance Renaissance, and Marseille.
He is widely considered one of the best strikers in the French league and was a nominee for the PFA Team of the Year in 2006.
Bakayoko was part of the Ivorian national team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2006. He has also represented his country at the 2006 World Cup and the 2008 Olympic Games.
Bakayoko is currently with Premier League side Chelsea. He has been married to his wife, Fadima, since 1999. Bakayoko has two children. Bakayoko is a devout Muslim and has spoken about his faith in interviews.
Ibrahima Bakayoko is a midfielder who has played for several clubs in France and Spain. Bakayoko made his professional debut with Monaco in 2012 and has since played for clubs including Lille, Leicester and Chelsea.
He was most recently with Bordelais, where he made four appearances in the French top flight. Bakayoko has represented Ivory Coast at various levels, including the 2014 World Cup. He is an aggressive player who is known for his hard work in the midfield.
Bakayoko is currently with the French national team, which is preparing for the 2018 World Cup. He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in the midfield.
He is expected to be a key player for France in the World Cup. Bakayoko is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in the midfield.
Also Played For: olympique de marseille, ivory coast
4. Julius Aghahowa
FC Shakhtar Donetsk
Career
- 1998–1999: Bendel Insurance
- 1999–2000: Espérance
- 2000–2007: Shakhtar Donetsk
- 2007–2008: Wigan Athletic
- 2008–2009: Kayserispor
- 2009–2012: Shakhtar Donetsk
- 2010–2011: Sevastopol (loan)
- 2000–2007: Nigeria
- 2000: Nigeria Olympic
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Julius Aghahowa is a Nigerian striker who has played for several clubs in Europe, most notably Shakhtar Donetsk in Ukraine and FC Twente in the Netherlands.
Aghahowa started his career with Police Machines in Nigeria before moving to Bendel Insurance in the Netherlands. He made his debut for Shakhtar Donetsk in 2010, and has since scored over 50 goals in European competition.
Aghahowa has been capped by Nigeria at international level, and was part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations in 2015. He is currently a free agent, and is rumoured to be close to joining English side Manchester United.
Aghahowa is known for his powerful striking ability and excellent ball control. He is a consistent goal scorer, and is thought to be a strong candidate for the African Footballer of the Year award. Julius Aghahowa is a fast and powerful striker who is known for his excellent technical ability.
He is a dangerous goalscorer, and is always a threat to score goals.
Also Played For: world cup nigeria
5. Cherno Samba
FK Tønsberg
Career
- 2000–2002: Millwall
- 2002–2004: Millwall
- 2004–2006: Cádiz
- 2005–2006: → Málaga B (loan)
- 2006–2008: Plymouth Argyle
- 2007: → Wrexham (loan)
- 2008–2009: Haka
- 2010: Panetolikos
- 2012: FK Tønsberg
- 2000–2001: England U16
- 2002: England U17
- 2002–2003: England U18
- 2003: England U19
- 2005: England U20
- 2008–2010: Gambia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Cherno Samba was born on 10 January 1985 in Banjul, Gambia. Cherno Samba started his career at Millwall in 2000. Cherno Samba joined Cádiz in 2004 and played there until 2006.
Cherno Samba then moved to Málaga B on a loan in 2006. Cherno Samba returned to Cádiz in 2007, and then to Espanyol in 2011. Cherno Samba has played for the Gambia national team since 2006.
Cherno Samba retired from professional football in 2016. Cherno Samba is currently a coach at Espanyol. Cherno Samba is a forward who is famous for his powerful shots from distance. Cherno Samba was born on February 1, 1988 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Cherno Samba started his career with Belgian side KV Kortrijk. Cherno Samba then moved to English side Plymouth Argyle in 2006.
Cherno Samba made his debut for Plymouth Argyle in a 2-1 win over Hartlepool United. Cherno Samba went on to score 13 goals in total for Plymouth Argyle.
Cherno Samba then moved to Wrexham in 2007 on a loan deal. Cherno Samba made his debut for Wrexham in a 3-2 win over Notts County.
Cherno Samba went on to score 7 goals in total for Wrexham. Cherno Samba then moved to Greek side Panetolikos in 2010. Cherno Samba made his debut for Panetolikos in a 0-0 draw against Chania.
Cherno Samba went on to score 11 goals in total for Panetolikos. Cherno Samba then moved to Norwegian side FK Tønsberg in 2012. Cherno Samba made his debut for FK Tønsberg in a 11-3 win over Notodden.
6. Taribo West
Nigeria national football team
Career
- 1989: Obanta United
- 1990: Sharks
- 1991: Enugu Rangers
- 1992: Julius Berger
- 1993–1997: Auxerre
- 1997–1999: Inter Milan
- 2000–2001: AC Milan
- 2000–2001: Derby County (loan)
- 2001–2002: 1. FC Kaiserslautern
- 2003–2004: Partizan
- 2004–2005: Al-Arabi
- 2005: Plymouth Argyle
- 2007: Paykan
- 1993: Nigeria U21
- 1996: Nigeria U23
- 1994–2005: Nigeria
Taribo West is a Nigerian defender who has played for several clubs in Europe. West was born in Port Harcourt in 1974. He began his career with Obanta United in 1989, before joining Sharks in 1990.
West spent two seasons with Auxerre, before joining Inter Milan in 1997. He played for AC Milan for four seasons before moving to Juventus in 2001. West later spent time with Saint-Étienne and Parma, before retiring in 2009.
He has represented Nigeria at the international level. West is currently the head coach of the Nigerian national team.
West has been married to his wife for over 10 years. West was born in Nigeria in 1984. He began his career playing for Nigerian side Enyimba International in the Nigerian Premier League.
West was signed by German side 1. FC Kaiserslautern in 2001 and made his Bundesliga debut in 2002.
West moved to German side Partizan in 2004 and helped the club win the Serbian Cup in 2005. West moved to English side Plymouth Argyle in 2007 and helped the club win the League Two title in his first season.
West has also played for Iranian side Paykan and South African side Mamelodi Sundowns. West has represented Nigeria at the international level and has made 42 appearances. West retired from international play in 2005. West is currently a scout for German side Hoffenheim.
Also Played For: nigerian soccer
7. Tonton Zola Moukoko
Career
- –1999: Djurgården
- 1999–2000: Derby County
- 2000–2002: Derby County
- 2004–2006: Carlstad United
- 2007–2008: IK Sleipner
- 2009: Syrianska KF
- 2009: Atlantis FC
- 2011–: IFK Lidingö FK
- 2013-?: IFK Lidingö FK (youth coach)
- : Flemingsberg United FC
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:03, 6 August 2010 (UTC)
Tonton Moukoko is a central midfielder who has played for several clubs in his career, including Djurgården and Derby County. Moukoko has represented his country at various levels, including the senior team.
Moukoko is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions, including central midfield. Moukoko is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team. Moukoko is a popular player with the fans, who appreciate his contributions on the pitch.
Moukoko is set to retire at the end of the season, and will be missed by fans and teammates alike. Moukoko is a dedicated player who always puts in the effort on the field.
Moukoko is a popular figure in the Djurgården community, and he is loved by his fans. Moukoko is a central midfielder who is well-known for his hard work and commitment on the pitch.
8. Mark Kerr
Falkirk F.C.
Career
- Moodiesburn Boys Club
- 1998–2003: Falkirk
- 2003–2008: Dundee United
- 2008–2010: Aberdeen
- 2010–2011: Asteras Tripolis
- 2012: Dunfermline Athletic
- 2012–2013: Dundee
- 2013–2014: Partick Thistle
- 2014: Queen of the South
- 2015–2018: Falkirk
- 2018–2021: Ayr United
- 2001: Scotland Under-21
- 2005: Scotland B
- 2019–2021: Ayr United
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 May 2018
Mark Kerr started his career with Falkirk before moving to Dundee United in 2003. He played 164 games for Dundee United, before moving to Aberdeen in 2008.
Kerr was a regular for Aberdeen during his time there, making 69 appearances. He was released by Aberdeen at the end of the 2010-11 season, and has since retired from football.
Kerr is now a football coach, and works with the Dundee United youth team. He was inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame in 2016. Kerr is a regular pundit for BBC Scotland.
He was named the Scottish Football Writers' Player of the Year in 2010. Kerr is married and has two children. Kerr played for Dunfermline Athletic and Dundee before joining Partick Thistle in 2013.
Kerr played for Scotland Under-21 and Scotland B before joining Ayr United in 2019. Kerr helped Ayr United to promotion to the Scottish Premiership in 2018. Kerr is the manager of Ayr United.
9. Kennedy Bakircioglü
Sweden national football team
Career
- 1996–1998: Assyriska
- 1999–2003: Hammarby IF
- 2003–2005: Iraklis
- 2005–2007: Twente
- 2007–2010: Ajax
- 2010–2012: Racing Santander
- 2012–2018: Hammarby IF
- 1996: Sweden U17
- 1998–1999: Sweden U19
- 1999–2001: Sweden U21
- 2001–2008: Sweden
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Kennedy Bakircioglu is a midfielder who has played for Assyriska in Sweden. He was born in 1980 in Södertälje, Sweden. He played for Assyriska from 1996 to 1998.
He is 1.81 metres tall and has played 34 games for Assyriska. He has represented Sweden at under-21 level and at senior level. He is currently playing for Djurgårdens IF in Sweden.
He is a regular in the Djurgården IF side and has made 24 appearances this season. He has previously played for IFK Göteborg and FC Copenhagen. He is a midfielder and is known for his hard work in the midfield.
Kennedy Bakircioglü began his career with Hammarby IF in 1999. He had a successful time at the club, winning the Swedish league title in 2003 and 2005. He also played in the UEFA Cup, UEFA Europa League, and the Intertoto Cup during his time with Hammarby.
Bakircioglü left the club in 2007 to join Ajax. He spent three seasons with Ajax, winning the Dutch league title in 2010. He then joined Racing Santander in 2012, where he won the Spanish league title in his first season. Bakircioglü joined Hammarby again in 2018.
10. Andri Sigþórsson
Career
- 1992–1993: KR
- 1993–1994: Bayern Munich
- 1994–1996: Bayern Munich II
- 1996–2000: KR
- 1997–1998: → FSV Zwickau (loan)
- 2000–2001: SV Salzburg
- 2002–2004: Molde FK
- 1992–1993: Iceland U17
- 1994–1995: Iceland U19
- 1996–1998: Iceland U21
- 2001–2002: Iceland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Andri Sigþórsson is a former Icelandic international striker who played for Bayern Munich and KR during his playing career. He was born in Iceland in 1977 and began playing football at a young age.
Sigþórsson made his professional debut for KR in 1993. He spent three years with Bayern Munich before joining English club Sheffield United in 1997. Sigþórsson spent two seasons with Sheffield United before moving to Dutch club Feyenoord in 2000.
Sigþórsson spent four seasons with Feyenoord before rejoining KR in 2004. He spent two seasons with KR before retiring in 2006.
Sigþórsson made his international debut for Iceland in 1998 and played at the 2000 and 2004 FIFA World Cups. He is now a football coach and works with the Icelandic national team.
Andri Sigþórsson is a Icelandic international footballer who has played for clubs in Iceland, Austria and Germany.
Sigþórsson made his international debut for Iceland in 1996 and has since played at a total of 78 matches. He spent four seasons with Austrian club SV Salzburg, scoring 24 goals in 24 appearances.
Sigþórsson then moved to Molde FK in Norway, where he played for two seasons. In 2004, he moved to FSV Zwickau in Germany, where he played for three seasons. Sigþórsson has since retired from playing football and is now a football coach.
He has coached several Icelandic clubs, most notably ÍBV and FH. Sigþórsson was awarded the Icelandic Footballer of the Year in 2002.
He has also been nominated for the Icelandic Footballer of the Year award on a number of occasions, but has never won it.
11. Fredy Guarín
Colombia national football team
Career
- 2002: Atlético Huila
- 2003–2007: Envigado
- 2005–2006: Boca Juniors (loan)
- 2006–2007: Saint-Étienne (loan)
- 2007–2008: Saint-Étienne
- 2008–2012: Porto
- 2012: Inter Milan (loan)
- 2012–2016: Inter Milan
- 2016–2019: Shanghai Shenhua
- 2019–2020: Vasco da Gama
- 2021: Millonarios
- 2003: Colombia U17
- 2003–2005: Colombia U20
- 2006–2015: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Fredy Guarín is a Colombian midfielder who plays for Atlético Huila. Guarín started his career with Cooperamos Tolima. After four seasons with Envigado, Guarín joined Atlético Huila in 2007.
Guarín has made 38 appearances for Atlético Huila in the Colombian Primera A. Guarín has also appeared for the Colombia U23 side. Guarín is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder.
Guarín is known for his accurate passing and dribbling skills. Guarín is also a hard working player who is always trying to help his team win. Guarín is a good player to have in your team, as he can score goals and set up goals for his teammates.
Fredy Guarín is a very talented and experienced winger who has played for some of the top clubs in the world.
Guarín spent most of his career playing for clubs in his home country of Colombia, but he has now moved to play in China. Guarín is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and passing skills.
He is a very dangerous player on the wing, and is capable of scoring goals from a variety of positions.
Guarín is a hard-working player who is always looking for opportunities to create chances for his team. He is a versatile player who is capable of playing both on the wing and as a central midfielder.
Guarín is a very popular player with his fans, and he is often referred to as one of the best wingers in the world. Guarín is a very experienced player, and he is now looking to continue playing at the highest level possible.
He is a very talented player who is capable of playing in a variety of positions on the wing, and he is a threat to score goals from any angle.
Also Played For: as saint-Étienne
12. Anatoli Todorov
PFC Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Career
- 2000–2002: Septemvri Sofia
- 2002–2006: Litex Lovech
- 2004–2005: → Vidima-Rakovski (loan)
- 2006–2007: Rodopa Smolyan
- 2008–2009: Lokomotiv Plovdiv
- 2009–2010: Lokomotiv Mezdra
- 2010: Vidima-Rakovski
- 2011: Brestnik 1948
- 2012–2014: Vitosha Bistritsa
- 2014: PFC Burgas
- 2015: Conegliano German
- 2015: Septemvri Sofia
- 2016: Botev Vratsa
- 2016: Oborishte
- 2017: Spartak Pleven
- 2017–2019: Botev Ihtiman
- 2019–2020: Bdin Vidin
- 2020–2021: Granit Vladaya
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Anatoli Todorov is a Bulgarian midfielder who has played for several teams in his country. He started out with Septemvri Sofia, before moving to Litex Lovech in Bulgaria.
He joined Bulgarian side Rodopa Smolyan in 2006. Todorov has enjoyed loan spells at Vidima-Rakovski (2004) and Rodopa Smolyan (2007). Todorov has played over 120 games for Litex Lovech, Rodopa Smolyan, and Vidima-Rakovski.
He has represented Bulgaria at under-21 level and made one appearance for the full national team. Todorov is currently a free agent and has not played professional football for over two years. He is likely to retire at the end of the 2013–14 season.
Todorov is a versatile midfielder who is known for his dribbling and passing. Anatoli Todorov started playing football in his hometown of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, before moving on to play for Lokomotiv Plovdiv in the Bulgarian First League.
After two seasons with Lokomotiv, Todorov moved to Greece to play for PAOK FC.
In 2008, Todorov signed with Lokomotiv Mezdra in the Bulgarian Second League. In 2009, he transferred to Vidima-Rakovski in the Bulgarian First League.
Todorov helped Vidima-Rakovski to promotion to the Bulgarian Super Liga in 2010. In 2011, Todorov signed with Brestnik 1948 in the Bulgarian Second League. Todorov helped Brestnik 1948 to win the Bulgarian Cup in 2012.
In 2014, Todorov transferred to PFC Burgas in the Bulgarian First League. Todorov helped PFC Burgas to win the Bulgarian Cup in 2015. In 2016, Todorov transferred to Conegliano German in the German Second League.
Todorov helped Conegliano German to win the German Cup in 2016. Todorov transferred to Septemvri Sofia in the Bulgarian First League in 2017. Todorov helped Septemvri Sofia to win the Bulgarian Cup in 2017.
Todorov transferred to Botev Vratsa in the Bulgarian First League in 2017. Todorov helped Botev Vratsa to win the Bulgarian Cup in 2018. Todorov transferred to Lokomotiv Mezdra in the Bulgarian First League in 2019.
13. Tommy Svindal Larsen
Stabæk Fotball
Career
- 1988–1990: Odd
- 1991: Start
- 1992: → Odd (loan)
- 1993–1994: Start
- 1995–2001: Stabæk
- 2001–2005: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 2005–2011: Odd
- 1988–1989: Norway U15
- 1989: Norway U16
- 1990–1991: Norway U17
- 1992: Norway U18
- 1993: Norway U20
- 1991–1995: Norway U21
- 1996–2007: Norway
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Tommy Larsen started his career at Odd before joining Rosenborg in 1992. He had a successful spell at Rosenborg, winning the Norwegian Cup in 1996. He then had a short spell at Anderlecht before rejoining Rosenborg in 1999.
After Rosenborg's relegation in 2001, he retired from football. In his 14-year career, Larsen made 348 appearances and scored 21 goals.
He was a versatile midfielder who was particularly good at defending. After retiring from football, Larsen has worked as a football coach.
He has also made occasional appearances in the Norwegian media. Larsen was born in Skien, Norway, and played football for local club Skien IL before joining Rosenborg in 1992.
He made his debut for Rosenborg in 1988 and played for the club until 2001, winning the Norwegian Cup in 1996 and the league title in 1997 and 1999.
He then joined Anderlecht on a short-term loan before rejoining Rosenborg. After Rosenborg's relegation in 2001, he retired from football. After retiring from football, Larsen has worked as a football coach.
He has also made occasional appearances in the Norwegian media. Larsen is married and has two children. Larsen was born on 11 August 1973 in Skien, Norway.
He started his career at local club Skien IL before joining Rosenborg in 1992. He made his debut for Rosenborg in 1988 and played for the club until 2001, winning the Norwegian Cup in 1996 and the league title in 1997 and 1999.
He then joined Anderlecht on a short-term loan before rejoining Rosenborg. After Rosenborg's relegation in 2001, he retired from football.
After retiring from football, Larsen has worked as a football coach. He has also made occasional appearances in the Norwegian media.
Tommy Larsen was born on 11 August 1973 in Skien, Norway. He started his career at local club Skien IL before joining Rosenborg in 1992. He made his debut for Rosenborg in 1988 and played for the club until 2001, winning the Norwegian Cup in 1996 and the league title in 1997 and 1999.
He then joined Anderlecht on a short-term loan before rejoining Rosenborg. After Rosenborg's relegation in 2001, he retired from football.
14. Jonas Lundén
Career
- 1998: IK Brage
- 1998–2001: IFK Göteborg
- 2001–2006: IF Elfsborg
- 2006–2011: GAIS
- 1999–2001: Sweden U21
- 2001: Sweden
- 2012–2015: GAIS (sporting director)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jonas Lundén is a Swedish defender who has played for clubs in Sweden, England and the United States. Lundén started his career with IFK Göteborg in Sweden, before moving to Premier League side Blackburn Rovers in 2003.
He spent two years with Blackburn before moving to Portsmouth in 2006. Lundén moved to MLS side Seattle Sounders in 2009, before spending two years with Chivas USA. Lundén moved to English side Crystal Palace in 2013, before joining the Columbus Crew in 2015.
He signed with Swedish side AIK in 2018. Lundén has represented Sweden at international level, making his debut in 2001. He has made 82 appearances for Sweden, scoring one goal.
Jonas Lundén is a defender by trade, but has also played as a striker. Jonas Lundén is a former professional footballer who played for both IK Brage and IFK Göteborg.
He made his international debut in 1999 and played for Sweden until 2001. After retiring as a player, Jonas Lundén became the sporting director of GAIS.
In his time at the club, Jonas Lundén helped GAIS win the Swedish League in 2012 and 2015. Jonas Lundén has also been a manager in Sweden, most notably at GAIS. Jonas Lundén is currently the sporting director of AIK.
15. Serge Makofo
Career
- 2004–2006: Milton Keynes Dons
- 2006–2007: Kettering Town
- 2007–2008: Maidenhead United
- 2008: Halesowen Town
- 2008: Potters Bar Town
- 2008–2009: Croydon Athletic
- 2009–2010: Grays Athletic
- 2009: → Burton Albion (loan)
- 2010–2011: Kettering Town
- 2011–2012: Grimsby Town
- 2012–2013: Farnborough
- 2013: Concord Rangers
- 2013: Havant & Waterlooville
- 2013–2014: PAEEK
- 2014: Gresley
- 2014–2015: Whitehawk[1]
- 2015: → Dulwich Hamlet (loan)
- 2016–2017: Tooting & Mitcham United
- 2017: Edinburgh City
- 2019–2020: Caledonian Braves
- 2021–: Merstham
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 July 2020 (UTC)
Makofo is a midfielder or striker who has played for Milton Keynes Dons, Kettering Town and Maidenhead United in the English football league system. Makofo is originally from Zaire and played for Milton Keynes Dons in the 2004–2006 season.
He then played for Kettering Town until 2007, and for Maidenhead United in the 2008 season. He joined Merstham in the 2008–09 season and has played in all but one of their league games.
Makofo has represented Zaire at international level, and has made one appearance for the full national team.
He is a member of the DR Congo national team, and has played for them at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2010. Makofo is currently out of contract with Merstham and is looking for a new club.
He is a versatile player who can play in midfield or as a striker. Makofo is a hard-working player who is always looking to get on the scoresheet.
16. Syarhey Nikifarenka
Career
- 1994–1996: Shakhtyor Soligorsk
- 1994–1996: Shakhtyor Soligorsk
- 1997: Dinamo-93 Minsk
- 1997: AFViS-RShVSM Minsk
- 1998–2011: Shakhtyor Soligorsk
- 2001: Belarus B
- 2015–2016: Shakhtyor Soligorsk
- 2017–2019: Shakhtyor Soligorsk (youth)
- 2019: Shakhtyor Soligorsk (caretaker)
- 2020–2021: Shakhtyor Petrikov
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Syarhey Nikiforenka is a Belarusian forward who has played for Shakhtyor Soligorsk and Spartak Moscow. Nikifarenka won the Russian Premier League title with Spartak in 2009.
He has also played for Belarus at international level. Nikifarenka is the son of former Belarusian international striker Sergei Nikiforenka. He is currently a free agent. Nikifarenka is known for his quick and powerful shot.
He has been described as a "tough tackler". Nikifarenka is a veteran of the Russian Premier League and has also played for Belarus at international level. Nikifarenka is a forward who is known for his quick and powerful shot.
Syarhey Nikifarenka is a Belarusian footballer who plays as a defender for Shakhtyor Soligorsk. Nikifarenka made his professional debut with Dinamo-93 Minsk in 1997. He spent the majority of his career with Shakhtyor Soligorsk, making 291 appearances and scoring 87 goals.
Nikifarenka has also represented Belarus at international level, making two appearances for the country. In 2015, Nikifarenka was appointed manager of Shakhtyor Soligorsk. He remained in the role until 2016. In 2017, Nikifarenka was appointed manager of Shakhtyor Soligorsk (youth).
He was subsequently appointed manager of Shakhtyor Soligorsk (caretaker) in 2019, before being appointed manager full-time in 2020. Nikifarenka is a member of the Belarus national team.
17. Assane N'Diaye
Career
- 1995–2000: ASC Jeanne d'Arc
- 2001–2003: Shakhtar Donetsk
- 2004–2005: ASC Diaraf
- 2005–2006: ASC Jeanne d'Arc
- 1999–2001: Senegal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Assane N'Diaye was a defender who played for French club Lille and Senegal. He was killed in a car accident in 2008. Assane N'Diaye was born in Senegal and played for the country at the 2000 and 2006 World Cups.
He is survived by his wife and two children. Assane N'Diaye is a Senegal international and played for ASC Jeanne d'Arc for a number of years. N'Diaye is a powerful, physical player who is known for his hard work in the midfield.
He has also had a number of international appearances for Senegal, and is a regular in the team. N'Diaye is a good passer of the ball, and has a good range of passing. He is also known for his strong tackles, and is a difficult player to beat.
N'Diaye is a good defensive midfielder, and is often used in the defensive role. He is a good team player, and is often used in the midfield as a shield.
He is a hard worker, and is always looking to improve his game. N'Diaye is a versatile player, and can play in a number of different positions.
18. Isaac Okoronkwo
FC Moscow
Career
- 1994: Enyimba
- 1995: Iwuanyanwu Nationale
- 1996–1997: Julius Berger
- 1997–1998: Al-Rayyan
- 1998: Iwuanyanwu Nationale
- 1998–2000: Sheriff Tiraspol
- 2000–2003: Shakhtar Donetsk
- 2003–2004: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2005: Alania Vladikavkaz
- 2006–2009: Moscow
- 2010–2013: Rostov
- 2001–2008: Nigeria
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 June 2016, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 June 2016
Isaac Okoronkwo was born in 1978 in Nigeria and started his career with FC Lagos before moving to Julius Berger. He played for Enyimba in Nigeria's Premier League and was part of the team that won the championship in 1994.
He moved to Russia to join FC Rostov in 2012 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.
Okoronkwo is a centre back and is known for his strong analytical skills and leadership qualities. He has been a regular for the Nigeria national team and played at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups.
He is currently with Rostov in the Russian Premier League. Isaac Okoronkwo is a member of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and is a fan of Enyimba. He has a wife and two children. Isaac Okoronkwo is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media.
19. José de la Cuesta
Career
- 1998–2001: Atlético Nacional
- 2002: Austria Wien
- 2002: → Untersiebenbrunn (loan)
- 2003: Atlético Nacional
- 2004–2010: Cádiz
- 2006–2007: → Valladolid (loan)
- 2010–2011: Albacete
- 2014–2015: Santa Fe
- 2016: Once Caldas
- 2018: Deportivo Pasto
- 2003: Colombia U20
- 2005–2006: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 September 2018
José de la Cuesta is a centre back who has played for Atlético Nacional and Austria Wien in his career. Cuesta made his senior career debut for Atlético Nacional in 1998 and has since played for the club in 41 matches.
Cuesta joined Austrian Wien in 2002 and has made one appearance for the club. Cuesta has also represented Colombia at international level, making his debut for the country in 2005. Cuesta is currently with Atlético Nacional in the Colombian Primera División.
Cuesta is a regular member of the Colombia national team and is expected to feature at the 2014 World Cup.
José de la Cuesta is a hard-working defender who is known for his strong tackling. José de la Cuesta is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at centre back or right back.
José de la Cuesta is a solid defender with a good work-rate and is known for his excellent positional sense.
20. Kerlon
Inter Milan
Career
- 2001–2005: Cruzeiro
- 2005–2008: Cruzeiro
- 2008–2012: Inter Milan
- 2008–2009: → Chievo (loan)
- 2009–2010: → Ajax (loan)
- 2011: → Paraná (loan)
- 2011–2012: → Nacional-NS (loan)
- 2012–2014: Fujieda MYFC
- 2015: Miami Dade FC
- 2015: Sliema Wanderers
- 2016: Villa Nova
- 2016–2017: Spartak Trnava
- 2017: Spartak Trnava II
- 2004–2005: Brazil U17
- 2006: Brazil U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Kerlon started his career at Cruzeiro, before moving to Inter Milan in 2008. He made just one appearance for the Italian side, before leaving in 2012. Kerlon is an attacking midfielder who is known for his dribbling ability and passing.
Kerlon has played for Brazil at U-17, U-20, and U-23 level. He was called up to the senior national team in 2010, but has not yet made an appearance.
Kerlon is currently playing for Brazilian side Botafogo. Kerlon is a key player for Botafogo and is expected to help the club avoid relegation this season.
Kerlon is a popular player with the fans, who appreciate his attacking play. Kerlon is also a regular in the Brazil national team squad.
Kerlon is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team win. Kerlon is a talented midfielder who is capable of creating chances for his team mates.
Final Words
There are many great players in the Championship Manager series, but some of the best players in the history of the game have come from the past. These players have helped their teams to many successes and are considered to be some of the best players in Championship Manager history.
