Christian Wilhelmsson
- Date of Birth: 8 December 1979
- Birthplace: Malmö, Malmö, Sweden
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Ibra inspires Sweden victory
Inter Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic waited until the perfect time to end his international goalscoring drought that lasted longer than two years; as he scored an unstoppable screamer in a 2-0 victory over hapless Euro holders Greece on Tuesday night.
Lagerback names Euro squad
Sweden coach Lars Lagerback has now named his 23 man selections for the Euro 2008 squad in Austria and Switzerland. There are a total of five players from the Premiership in the squad.
Barcelona defeated by Depor
Barcelona were given a shock 2-0 defeat by La Liga rivals Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday evening, with a statement of intent that showed the Catalan side have one eye on Champions League success.
Wilhelm wants Depor stay
Deportivo La Coruna midfielder Christian Wilhelmsson is keen on staying at the club next season. The Swedish midfielder has had two disappointing loan spells at Roma and Bolton in the past couple of seasons.
Preview: Bolton vs Villa
Aston Villa travel to Bolton for the 1:30 Sunday game at The Reebok Stadium. It's Gary Megson's first game in charge, and a difficult one it is. Villa are still looking for an away win, while Bolton haven't won in six.
Preview: Arsenal vs Bolton
Bolton will not be looking forward to their difficult trip to high-flying Arsenal. Archie Knox only just took the reigns in midweek after Sammy Lee left by mutual consent, and a trip to the Emirates is not the best place to start. Robin van Persie was injured in midweek, and the signs are that Eduardo or Theo Walcott will step in as Arsenal look to extend their lead at the top.
Bywater keeps Derby in it
Derby keeper Stephen Bywater was the hero after a late double save denied Bolton all 3 points. Bywater parried Christian Wilhelmsson’s drive before recovering to tip Nicolas Anelka’s follow-up against the underside of the crossbar with just 11 minutes left.
Wilhelmsson to Bolton
Christian Wilhelmsson has finally arrived in the Premiership. In recent years Middlesbrough, Tottenham, Everton and Man City had shown an interest, but it appears that Sammy Lee's Bolton have won the race for his signature.
Wilhelmsson again linked
Christian Wilhelmsson has again been linked with a move to the Premiership. The former Anderlecht and Roma winger is tempting many clubs.
