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Allan Rodenkam Simonsen (born 15 December 1952) is a Danish former footballer and manager. He most prominently played as a striker for German Bundesliga club Borussia Mönchengladbach, winning the 1975 and 1979 UEFA Cups, as well as for Barcelona in Spain, winning the 1982 Cup Winners' Cup. Simonsen is the only footballer to have scored in the European Cup, UEFA Cup, and Cup Winners' Cup finals. Simonsen was named 1977 European Footballer of the Year.

Key Information

For the Denmark national team, Simonsen was capped 55 times, scoring 20 goals. He represented Denmark at the 1972 Summer Olympics, 1984 European Championship and 1986 World Cup tournaments. He was voted into the Danish Football Hall of Fame in November 2008.

Club career

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Vejle

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Born in Vejle, Simonsen started playing football with Vejle FC, before he joined the youth team of local top-flight club Vejle BK (VB) in 1963.[5] He made his senior debut for VB on 24 March 1971 in a 3–1 home win against Karlskoga FF.[6] He won the 1971 and 1972 Danish championship with the club, as well as the 1972 Danish Cup to complete The Double. Following an impressive three goals in six matches at the 1972 Summer Olympics, Simonsen moved to Germany to play professionally for defending German Bundesliga champions Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Borussia Mönchengladbach

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Simonsen with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1976

In his first two seasons with Borussia Mönchengladbach, Simonsen had a hard time,[5] as he only played a combined 17 games and scored two goals. However, he was part of the team which won the 1972–73 German Cup trophy. He broke into the starting line-up for the 1974–75 season. He played all 34 games of the season, and scored 18 goals as Mönchengladbach won the Bundesliga championship. Simonsen also scored ten goals in 12 games in the international 1974–75 UEFA Cup competition, including two goals in the 5–1 final victory against Twente. In the following season, Simonsen scored 16 goals as Mönchengladbach regained the Bundesliga in the 1975–76 season. He scored four goals in six games of the international 1975–76 European Cup competition, before Mönchengladbach were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Spanish team Real Madrid on the away goals rule.[2]

1977 was the greatest year in Simonsen's career. In the 1976–77 European Cup, Simonsen helped Mönchengladbach to the 1977 European Cup Final against English team Liverpool.[2] In the final, Simonsen scored a memorable goal from a powerful shot to level the game at 1–1, but Mönchengladbach eventually lost 3–1.[5] He was subsequently named the 1977 European Footballer of the Year, becoming the first Danish player to win that award. The race was tight, Simonsen edged past English forward Kevin Keegan by three points and French midfielder Michel Platini by four points to win the prestigious prize. The win was notable in that Simonsen's native Denmark was not among the top footballing nations in the 1970s, leaving little room for him to impress at the international tournaments.[7]

In the following two Bundesliga seasons, Simonsen continued his prolific goalscoring, as Mönchengladbach finished second and eighth respectively. He won another international trophy with Mönchengladbach in 1979, when he scored eight goals in eight games to guide the club to the final games of the 1978–79 UEFA Cup. He scored the deciding goal in the 2–1 1979 UEFA Cup Final win against Red Star Belgrade.[2] Simonsen had been approached by Spanish club Barcelona in 1978, but Mönchengladbach refused to let him go. Instead, Simonsen waited for his contract to expire and moved to Barcelona in 1979, rejecting offers from Hamburger SV, Juventus, and several Arabian clubs.[8]

Barcelona

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Simonsen spent three successful seasons with Barcelona.[5] In his first Barcelona season, Simonsen was the top goal scorer of the team with ten goals in 32 games,[9] as Barcelona finished in fourth place in the 1979–80 La Liga season. The following season saw several new players at Barcelona, and the club won the 1981 Copa del Rey. Simonsen's ten goals saw him as third top goalscorer behind new players Quini (20) and Bernd Schuster (11),[10] as Barcelona finished in fifth place in the 1980–81 La Liga season. Simonsen was second goal scorer behind Quini,[11] as the club finished second in the 1981–82 La Liga season. He also helped Barcelona reach the final of the continental 1981–82 European Cup Winners' Cup competition. In the 2–1 final victory against Standard Liège,[12] Simonsen scored the deciding goal on a header to help Barcelona lift the trophy.[5]

Charlton Athletic

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When Barcelona signed Argentinian forward Diego Maradona in 1982, Spanish league restrictions meant Simonsen was to compete with Maradona and Bernd Schuster for only two places allowed for foreign players in each starting line-up. Simonsen saw it as a personal insult, and asked Barcelona for his contract to be annulled.[8] He made a shock move to English Second Division side Charlton Athletic for £300,000 in October 1982.[13] He rejected offers from Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur, in order to play for a club with less stress and attention.[8] Despite scoring nine times in 16 appearances, the club had trouble funding his transfer and wages after three months, and he was put up for sale.[13] His £1,300 per week wages had not been paid, and as a result, he was free to leave the club for nothing.[14] Simonsen then chose to return to his childhood club VB in 1983.

Return to Vejle

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He missed the last half of the 1984 season for VB because of an injury he sustained at the 1984 European Championship, but the club managed to win the 1984 Danish championship without him. He returned as a profile of the top-flight Danish 1st Division, but never reached his former form.[5] Simonsen retired from football in 1989 at age 37, and played his last game for VB in November 1989. He played a total 282 games and scored 104 goals, including 208 games and 89 goals in the league, for Vejle Boldklub.[6]

International career

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Simonsen debuted for the Danish national team under manager Rudi Strittich in the July 1972 friendly match against Iceland. He scored two goals as Denmark won 5–2, and Simonsen was included in the Danish squad for the 1972 Summer Olympics. At the Olympics, he scored three goals in the first three matches to help Denmark advance beyond the first group stage. In the second group stage, Simonsen ran out of steam and he was substituted at half time in two of the last three games as Denmark were eliminated.[4]

He played a crucial part for the Danish national team under manager Sepp Piontek, in Denmark's qualifying campaign for the 1984 European Championship. Denmark trailed England in their qualifying group by a single point with a game in hand before the two teams met at England's home ground Wembley Stadium in September 1983. Simonsen scored one of the most important Danish goals ever in this game, as he converted a penalty kick against English goalkeeper Peter Shilton.[5] The 1–0 win eventually secured the Danish national team qualification for their first international tournament since the 1972 Olympic Games, and the first European Championship participation since the 1964 tournament. It effectively ended England's hopes of qualification for the tournament,[15] as was confirmed by Denmark's later victory against Greece. Simonsen subsequently finished third in the vote for the 1983 European Footballer of the Year award.[16]

The 1984 European Championship main tournament was a short experience for Simonsen, as he broke his leg in a challenge by Yvon Le Roux in Denmark's first match against France.[5] Even without Simonsen, Denmark reached the semi-finals. He was once more a part of the Danish national team at the 1986 World Cup, Denmark's first World Cup participation. He only played a single match at the tournament, coming on as a substitute against West Germany, as younger players had surpassed him. He played a farewell match against Germany in September 1986 before ending his national team career.[4]

Simonsen played a total 55 games for the Danish national team and scored 20 goals, according to the Danish Football Association.[4] However, some sources chose to include Simonsen's appearance in a February 1981 charity match, to tally his national team career as 21 goals in 56 games.[5] The match was Italy vs. Europe for the benefit of the Irpinia earthquake victims. Simonsen started the game, scored a goal, and was substituted at half time as Europe won 3–0.[17]

Managerial career

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Following his retirement, Simonsen went on to coach his former club Vejle Boldklub from 1991 to 1994. During his time at the club, VB were relegated from the new top-flight Danish Superliga to the now second-tier Danish 1st Division. He later coached the national teams of the Faroe Islands from 1994 to 2001 and Luxembourg from 2001 to 2004.[5]

In 2011, he became General Manager of the Danish 1st Division team Fredericia. When Fredericia sacked manager Thomas Thomasberg on 8 April 2013, Simonsen and Steen Thychosen took charge of the team as caretaker managers.[18] At the end of the 2012–13 season, Simonsen left both his positions at Fredericia.[19]

Career statistics

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Simonsen in a Vejle BK jersey in 2000

Club

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Appearances and goals by club, season and competition[3]
Club Season League National

Cup

League

Cup

Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Vejle 1969-1970 Danish First Division 6 4 1 0 - - - 7 4
1970-1971 13 6 2 0 - - - 15 6
1971-1972 16 9 5 1 - - - 21 10
1972-1973 20 14 3 2 - 2 0 1 0 26 16
Total 55 33 11 3 - 2 0 1 0 69 36
Borussia Mönchengladbach 1972–73 Bundesliga 8 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 - 15 0
1973–74 9 2 2 0 0 0 3 3 - 14 5
1974–75 34 18 2 1 - 12 10 - 48 29
1975–76 34 16 4 2 - 6 4 - 44 22
1976–77 34 12 1 0 - 9 5 - 45 17
1977–78 31 17 5 3 - 6 5 - 42 25
1978–79 28 11 3 3 - 10 9 - 41 23
Total 178 76 19 9 3 0 48 36 - 249 121
Barcelona 1979–80 La Liga 32 10 2 0 0 0 5 4 - 41 14
1980–81 33 10 9 2 0 0 2 0 - 44 12
1981–82 33 11 2 1 0 0 9 5 - 44 17
Total 98 31 13 3 - 16 9 - 129 43
Charlton Athletic 1982–83 Second Division 16 9 2 4 1 2 - - 19 15
Total 16 9 2 4 1 2 - - 19 15
Vejle 1983 First Division 28 13 5 7 - - 3 1 37 21
1984 13 6 4 3 - - 1 1 18 10
1985 30 16 3 4 - - 4 4 37 24
1986 24 13 3 2 - 2 1 3 0 30 16
1987 25 13 3 4 - - 2 2 30 19
1988 23 4 5 3 - - 5 4 33 11
1989 23 5 5 2 - - 4 1 32 6
Total 166 70 28 25 - 2 1 22 13 217 107
Career total 458 186 73 44 4 2 68 46 23 13 683 323

International

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Appearances and goals by national team and year[3][20]
National team Year Apps Goals
Denmark 1972 9 5
1973 0 0
1974 2 1
1975 1 0
1976 2 1
1977 2 2
1978 1 1
1979 4 1
1980 5 2
1981 7 3
1982 1 0
1983 7 4
1984 6 0
1985 4 0
1986 4 0
Total 55 20
Scores and results list Denmark's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Simonsen goal.[4]
List of international goals scored by Allan Simonsen
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 3 July 1972 Laugardalsvöllur, Reykjavík, Iceland  Iceland 2–2 5–2 Friendly
2 4–2
3 27 August 1972 Drei Flüsse Stadion, Passau, Germany  Brazil 1–0 3–2 1972 Summer Olympics
4 3–2
5 29 August 1972 Rosenaustadion, Augsburg, Germany  Iran 2–0 4–0 1972 Summer Olympics
6 3 September 1974 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Indonesia 4–0 9–0 Friendly
7 23 May 1976 Tsirion Stadium, Limassol, Cyprus  Cyprus 1–1 5–1 1978 World Cup qualification
8 1 May 1977 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Poland 1–1 1–2 1978 World Cup qualification
9 15 June 1977 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Sweden 2–1 2–1 1972–77 Nordic Championship
10 20 September 1978 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  England 1–2 3–4 1980 European Championship qualification
11 6 June 1979 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Northern Ireland 3–0 4–0 1980 European Championship qualification
12 21 May 1980 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Spain 1–1 2–2 Friendly
13 19 November 1980 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Luxembourg 4–0 4–0 1982 World Cup qualification
14 15 April 1981 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Romania 1–1 2–1 Friendly
15 26 August 1981 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Iceland 2–0 3–0 Friendly
16 3–0
17 1 June 1983 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Hungary 3–1 3–1 1984 European Championship qualification
18 21 September 1983 Wembley Stadium, London, UK  England 1–0 1–0 1984 European Championship qualification
19 12 October 1983 Idrætsparken, Copenhagen, Denmark  Luxembourg 4–0 6–0 1984 European Championship qualification
20 16 November 1983 Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece  Greece 2–0 2–0 1984 European Championship qualification

Managerial statistics

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Updated 16 June 2016

Team From To Record
G W D L Win %
Faroe Islands Faroe Islands 1994 2001 52 8 7 37 015.38
Luxembourg Luxembourg[21] 13 February 2002 17 November 2004 27 0 4 23 000.00

Honours

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Borussia Mönchengladbach

Barcelona

Individual

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Allan Simonsen (born 15 December 1952) is a Danish former professional footballer and manager, widely regarded as one of Denmark's greatest players for his skillful play as a forward and winger during the 1970s and 1980s. Best known for his stints at and , he earned the as European Footballer of the Year in 1977 after a standout season that included helping his club reach the European Cup final. Born in Vejle, , Simonsen began his career with local club Vejle BK, making his senior debut in 1971 before transferring to in 1972, where he became a key figure in one of German football's most dominant eras. Over seven seasons with the Foals, he contributed to three titles (1974–75, 1975–76, 1976–77), two Cups (1974–75, 1978–79), and a in 1973, scoring 76 goals in 178 league appearances and featuring in the loss to . In 1979, he joined for a then-record fee for a Danish player, playing 172 matches and scoring 63 goals over three seasons; there, he was Barcelona's top scorer with 10 goals in during his debut year (1979–80) and scored the equalizing goal in the 1982 European Cup Winners' Cup final against , securing Barcelona's first major European trophy. His Barcelona tenure also included a win in 1981, though it ended abruptly in 1982 following the arrival of , leading to a brief, productive spell at Charlton Athletic in England's Second Division, where he netted nine goals in 16 games before financial troubles prompted his departure. Simonsen returned to BK in 1983, retiring in 1989 after 166 appearances and 70 goals. On the international stage, Simonsen represented 55 times between 1972 and 1986, scoring 20 goals and participating in the , , and the , where he was part of the "Danish Dynamite" team that reached the second round. Transitioning to management, he coached Vejle BK from 1991 to 1994, the national team from 1994 to 2001, from 2001 to 2004, and from 2011 to 2013, among other roles, though without major trophies. At 1.68 meters tall, Simonsen's agility, two-footedness, dribbling, and vision made him a fan favorite, earning him cult status at as "Simonet" and cementing his legacy as a trailblazer for Danish football abroad.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Allan Simonsen was born on 15 December 1952 in , . Public details regarding his family background, including information on his parents or any siblings, remain limited. He grew up in , a modest commercial and industrial town in post-World War II that was expanding as a key regional port. This environment of everyday working life in a developing provincial area shaped his early years. Little is documented about Simonsen's non-football interests or formal education during childhood. This local setting later influenced his initial steps into organized youth football with .

Youth career

Born in , , Allan Simonsen began his organized football involvement at the age of six by joining Vejle FC in 1958, a local club that served as his initial introduction to the sport. In 1963, at age 10, he transitioned to the youth team of , the prominent top-division club in his hometown, marking the start of his structured development within a competitive environment. Over the following years, Simonsen progressed through Vejle Boldklub's age groups, benefiting from the club's focus on cultivating talent from the local Vejle community and providing foundational training for aspiring forwards. This progression was supported by his family, particularly his father Gert Simonsen, who contributed to local football as a coach for nearby clubs during the 1960s.

Club career

Vejle (1971–1972)

Simonsen made his senior debut for on 24 March 1971 in a 3–1 home win against Swedish club Karlskoga FF. Born on 15 December 1952, he was 18 years old at the time and quickly established himself in the first team during the 1971–72 season. He appeared in all 22 league matches that season, scoring 5 goals, and played a key role in 's triumph in the Danish championship—the club's first league title. Simonsen's contributions included goals in crucial fixtures, such as the decisive matches that helped finish atop the table with 32 points from 22 games, ahead of rivals like B 1903 and AGF Aarhus. The victory completed a double, as also won the 1972 . Following this breakthrough season, Simonsen transferred to in the summer of 1972 for a fee of €100,000 (equivalent to approximately 280,000 Deutsche Marks), setting a record transfer amount for a Danish player at the time and marking the end of his initial stint with his boyhood club.

Borussia Mönchengladbach (1972–1979)

Allan Simonsen joined from in the summer of 1972 at the age of 19, arriving as a highly regarded young talent following his contributions to Vejle's Danish championship wins. Upon his arrival in the , Simonsen encountered significant adaptation challenges, struggling with the league's physical intensity and tactical demands; in his first two seasons (1972–73 and 1973–74), he made just 17 league appearances and scored only two goals. Despite these early difficulties, he gradually established himself as a dynamic forward, ultimately recording 178 league appearances and 76 goals over his seven-year stint with the club. Simonsen's integration coincided with Borussia Mönchengladbach's dominant "Foals" era, characterized by an attacking style of play inspired by , under the guidance of coach until 1975. He formed part of a talented squad featuring midfield maestro , who departed for Real Madrid in 1973, and prolific striker , contributing to a fluid front line that emphasized pace, creativity, and goal-scoring prowess. His emergence helped solidify the team's status as powerhouses, blending seamlessly with other key players like and to drive the club's success in both domestic and European competitions. During Simonsen's tenure, Borussia Mönchengladbach secured three consecutive Bundesliga titles in the 1974–75, 1975–76, and 1976–77 seasons, with Simonsen providing crucial goals and assists in each campaign, including 16 goals in 34 appearances during the 1974–75 triumph. The club also won the DFB-Pokal in the 1972–73 season, where Simonsen played a pivotal role by scoring twice in a 3–1 semi-final victory over 1. FC Köln. In Europe, they claimed the UEFA Cup twice: in 1974–75, Simonsen netted two goals in the second leg of the final against Twente Enschede, helping secure a 5–1 aggregate win, and in 1978–79, where his overall contributions of eight goals across the tournament propelled the team to a 2–1 aggregate success over Red Star Belgrade. These achievements underscored his pivotal role in one of German football's most celebrated periods.

Barcelona (1979–1982)

Allan Simonsen transferred to from in the summer of 1979 for a reported fee of around 1.3 million Deutsche Marks, marking a significant move for the winner seeking a new challenge after his successes in the . His reputation as a prolific forward, built on multiple titles and European Cup final appearances with Gladbach, made him a marquee signing for the Catalan club aiming to bolster their attack alongside arrivals like . Under coach Joaquim Rifé, Simonsen quickly adapted to , becoming the team's top scorer in his debut 1979–80 season with 10 league goals as finished ninth. Over three seasons, Simonsen made 102 appearances in , scoring 29 goals, while his overall tally across all competitions reached 172 matches and 63 goals for the club. Despite these contributions, did not secure a league title during his tenure; the team placed second in 1981–82 under but struggled with consistency amid coaching changes and tactical adjustments following Rifé's initial stint. Simonsen played a pivotal role in domestic and European success, notably helping secure the 1980–81 with key performances in the knockout stages, including the 3–1 final win over Sporting . The following year, he etched his name in club history by scoring the winning goal in the 1982 final against , securing a 2–1 victory at the and delivering 's first major European trophy in over a decade. Simonsen's time at Barcelona was not without difficulties, as persistent squad rotations and the arrival of high-profile talents disrupted his regular starting role toward the end of his spell. In 1982, the signing of for a world-record fee limited foreign player slots under rules—capping teams at two non-Spanish players—prompting Simonsen's departure amid growing contract tensions with the board over playing time and terms. He left for English Second Division side Charlton Athletic in October 1982 for £300,000, seeking more consistent minutes in a less pressured environment.

Charlton Athletic (1982–1983)

In October 1982, Allan Simonsen transferred from to Charlton Athletic in England's Second Division for a fee of approximately £300,000, on a short-term contract amid the club's ambitious push under young chairman Mark Hulyer. The move was driven by Simonsen's desire for regular playing time, as he had been relegated to the bench at following the arrival of and the enforcement of a two-foreign-player quota, compounded by a lingering foot injury. Despite his high-profile status from the Catalan club, where he had won the European Cup Winners' Cup, Simonsen sought a fresh challenge in a less pressurized environment. During his stint, Simonsen featured in 16 league matches for a Charlton side grappling with inconsistency and financial pressures, scoring 9 goals that provided crucial sparks in an otherwise tough campaign. His debut in a reserve match against Swansea saw him assist twice in a 4-1 victory, drawing significant crowds—his first-team bow against Middlesbrough attracted over 10,000 spectators, more than doubling the average attendance. Standout moments included a brace in a thrilling 5-2 home win over Chelsea in March 1983, where he netted in the 65th and 69th minutes to turn the game around after trailing at halftime, and a goal in a televised fixture against Newcastle United via a powerful shot that pierced the defense. These performances highlighted his technical skill and finishing ability, even as the team battled relegation fears. Despite Simonsen's contributions, Charlton could not stabilize, finishing 17th in the Second Division with 48 points from 42 matches, narrowly avoiding the drop to the Third Division. His contract included a release clause triggered by the club's mounting debts and inability to meet payments, leading to his departure in March 1983 after just four months; he returned to on a free transfer to rejoin , marking the end of his brief English adventure.

Vejle (1983–1989)

Allan Simonsen returned to in 1983 at the age of 30, following a brief stint at Charlton Athletic in . Over the subsequent six seasons, he served as a key and leader for the club during a period of transition and rebuilding. In his first season back, Simonsen played a pivotal role in Vejle Boldklub's successful 1983–84 campaign, contributing to their victory in the Danish championship—the club's first title since 1978. After the title win, a severe leg injury suffered while playing for at the 1984 sidelined him for the majority of the following 1984–85 season, causing him to miss approximately 17 matches. Despite the setback, his experience and skill helped lay the groundwork for the team's success that year. In subsequent seasons, as Vejle faced relegation from the top flight and competed in the second division, Simonsen supported promotion efforts by mentoring younger players and providing tactical guidance during the club's rebuilding phase. During his second spell at Vejle from 1983 to 1989, Simonsen made 166 appearances and scored 70 goals, adding to his earlier contributions from 1971–1972 for a career total of 282 matches and 104 goals with the club. He retired at age 36 in 1989, with his final competitive appearance coming in a match against B 1913 on Vejle Stadion, where he scored from the penalty spot in a 4–0 victory; his last league game against earned him a from the crowd. This marked a seamless transition toward his future in management, where he would later take full control of the team.

International career

1972 Summer Olympics

At the age of 19, Allan Simonsen was selected for Denmark's under-23 Olympic football team for the in , marking his emergence on the international stage following a promising youth career with . As a key forward, he featured in all six matches of the tournament, demonstrating his speed and finishing ability while balancing commitments with his club side , where he continued to play in the Danish league during the lead-up to the event. Simonsen contributed significantly to Denmark's campaign, scoring three goals across the group stages. In the first round , he netted twice in a 3–2 victory over on 27 August in Passau, helping secure the win with strikes that showcased his clinical positioning, before adding one more in a 4–0 of on 29 August in . Denmark advanced from the group with four points despite a 2–0 loss to Hungary on 31 August, but in the second-round Group 2, they managed only a 1–1 draw against on 3 September—where Simonsen played a supportive role in midfield transitions—followed by a 3–1 win over on 6 September and a 4–0 defeat to the [Soviet Union](/page/Soviet Union) on 8 September, finishing third in the group and placing fifth overall in the tournament. The Olympics provided Simonsen with his first major international exposure, highlighting his potential as a dynamic attacker and paving the way for his transfer to later that year, while underscoring the challenges of amateur-era scheduling between club and national duties.

Senior career (1972–1986)

Allan Simonsen made his debut for the senior national on 3 1972, in a friendly against that ended in a 5–2 victory; he scored twice in the game at Laugardalsvöllur in . Over the course of his 14-year international career, he accumulated 55 caps and scored 20 goals, establishing himself as one of 's most prolific attackers during a transformative period for the national . His consistent performances bridged the gap between earlier modest successes and the more dynamic era that followed. The success at the served as a stepping stone to his senior international career. Simonsen played a central role in Denmark's qualification for the 1984 UEFA European Championship, where the team finished atop their group with notable wins, including a 1–0 victory over at courtesy of his penalty goal. In the tournament finals held in , he started in the opening group match against the hosts on 12 June 1984 but suffered a broken leg from a challenge by Yvon Le Roux just before halftime, limiting his participation to 45 minutes without scoring; Denmark lost 1–0 and exited the group stage in second place after a 3–2 win over . Simonsen contributed to Denmark's historic qualification for the , their first appearance at the global finals, by offering veteran guidance during the campaign that saw the team top Group 6 ahead of the . At the tournament in , the 33-year-old forward made a single substitute appearance in the group stage against on 13 June 1986, entering in the 71st minute with Denmark trailing 1–0; they ultimately fell 2–0 but advanced as group winners with victories over (1–0) and (6–1). Denmark reached the round of 16, where they were eliminated 5–1 by , and Simonsen scored no goals in the competition. As a precursor to the "Danish Dynamite" phenomenon that peaked in 1986, Simonsen's technical prowess, vision, and scoring ability helped lay the foundations for Denmark's attacking style and international resurgence during the and early . Following the , he played one final friendly match against in September 1986 before retiring from international duty to prioritize his club commitments, ending his senior career having participated in two major tournaments.

Managerial career

Vejle Boldklub (1991–1994)

Allan Simonsen was appointed as manager of Vejle Boldklub on 1 September 1991, marking his entry into coaching after a two-year hiatus following his retirement from playing in 1989. Simonsen took over during the 1991–92 Superliga season, but the club was relegated at the end of it. Under Simonsen's leadership, Vejle Boldklub achieved promotion from the 1. Division by securing the league title in the 1992–93 season, finishing third in the regular phase before advancing through the qualification playoff. This success returned the club to the Superliga for the 1993–94 campaign, where they competed in the top flight but faced relegation at season's end. Simonsen's approach drew inspiration from his own playing days at Vejle, emphasizing fluid, attacking football reminiscent of the successful teams he had been part of earlier in his career. Simonsen's tenure concluded in June 1994.

Faroe Islands national team (1994–2001)

Allan Simonsen was appointed head coach of the national team on 21 February 1994, succeeding Páll Guðlaugsson and becoming the first foreign manager for the side just six years after the Faroes joined . Simonsen oversaw 52 matches during his seven-year tenure ending in September 2001, recording 8 wins, 7 draws, and 37 losses for a 15% win rate. He aimed to professionalize the and , introducing more structured training and reducing the side's vulnerability to heavy defeats against stronger opponents. In , the Faroes achieved their first competitive victories under Simonsen with a 3–0 home win and a 3–1 away success against , though they finished last in their group with just those two points from 10 matches. The campaign placed them in a formidable Group 6 alongside , , , , and ; despite losses like 5–0 to and 6–0 to , they secured upsets with two 2–1 wins over , marking the only points in the group and highlighting defensive resilience. Subsequent qualifiers for and the yielded no further victories, with the team conceding heavily in groups featuring , , and others, underscoring the ongoing challenges of limited resources and talent depth. Simonsen prioritized youth development programs and infrastructure enhancements, such as improved training facilities, to build long-term capacity within Faroese football. Simonsen resigned in September 2001 after the Faroes failed to qualify for any major tournaments during his time in charge, but he was widely credited with elevating the national team's and laying foundational improvements for future generations.

Luxembourg national team (2001–2004)

Allan Simonsen was appointed head coach of the in November 2001, succeeding Paul Philipp after a period of poor results under the previous regime. His tenure, which drew on his prior experience handling underdog national teams like the , focused on building resilience in a squad ranked among Europe's weakest. Over the next three years, Simonsen oversaw 27 matches, comprising friendlies and qualification campaigns for and the , with an overall record of 0 wins, 4 draws, and 23 losses—a win rate of 0% and points per match of 0.15. The team scored 14 goals while conceding 79, reflecting the challenges of competing against far superior opposition but also showing occasional improvements in limiting damage compared to prior eras. In the Group 2, finished bottom with 0 points from 8 matches against , , , and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Heavy defeats included 7-0 and 2-0 losses to , alongside 2-0 and 1-0 reverses against , but the campaign highlighted a shift toward defensive organization, as evidenced by narrow 2-0 and 1-0 losses to and a 1-0 defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina. Friendlies during this period provided rare positive moments, such as a 0-0 draw against in Simonsen's debut match in February 2002, where held firm despite numerous chances for the visitors. Another draw came in a 1-1 friendly against in August 2003, underscoring efforts to minimize goal differences against mid-tier European sides. The 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign in Group B proved equally daunting, with Luxembourg again ending bottom after 10 matches against , , , , and , collecting 0 points. Losses were routine, including 6-0 and 5-0 defeats to and , respectively, along with a 4-3 loss to and defeats of 0–4 and 3–0 to , though these demonstrated incremental defensive progress in containing smaller nations. Simonsen's approach prioritized compact defending to reduce concessions, a necessity given Luxembourg's status as perennial minnows, though the lack of victories highlighted the limitations of the talent pool and infrastructural challenges. Simonsen's contract expired in December 2004, leading to his departure after the qualifiers concluded; the role served as a transitional step in his career, bridging his earlier national team experience with future club commitments. Despite the winless record, his emphasis on defensive discipline laid subtle groundwork for future improvements under successor Guy Hellers, as began to occasionally secure points in subsequent campaigns.

FC Fredericia (2011–2013)

In July 2011, Allan Simonsen was appointed as konceptmanager at , a club competing in the , on a two-year contract starting August 1. His primary responsibilities included developing a unified playing concept for the club and supporting player development initiatives, with a focus on establishing a consistent tactical identity. Under Simonsen's oversight during the 2011–12 season, achieved a mid-table finish in the 1st Division, placing seventh with 35 points from 26 matches (9 wins, 8 draws, 9 losses), which ensured they avoided relegation and maintained stability in the second tier. Simonsen's emphasized blending experienced players with emerging youth talents to build squad depth and long-term sustainability, helping the secure comfortable mid-table security without major risks of relegation. The 2012–13 campaign saw continued progress, with finishing fifth in the league standings, accumulating 44 points from 33 matches (11 wins, 11 draws, 11 losses) and positioning themselves for a potential playoff push, though they ultimately fell short. However, inconsistent results in the spring led to the dismissal of head coach on April 8, 2013; Simonsen, alongside Steen Thychosen, stepped in as a caretaker managerial duo to guide the team through the final matches. This interim role allowed Simonsen to directly implement elements of his on the pitch, prioritizing defensive organization and youth involvement to stabilize performances. Simonsen's overall involvement at spanned approximately 59 competitive matches across the two seasons, yielding a win rate of around 30%. His tenure drew briefly on lessons from prior national team roles, adapting international coaching principles to club-level youth integration and tactical discipline. Upon the natural expiration of his contract in June 2013, Simonsen departed the club at age 60, concluding a 20-year managerial and opting for full retirement from football management.

Style of play and legacy

Playing style

Allan Simonsen, standing at a diminutive 1.65 meters (5 ft 5 in), was renowned for his exceptional balance and agility, which allowed him to excel as a second striker or attacking midfielder despite his small stature. His playing style emphasized technical proficiency, with sublime skills that enabled him to navigate tight spaces and beat defenders repeatedly through quick cuts and changes of direction. Simonsen's vision on the pitch was outstanding, facilitating precise short passes and creative playmaking that unlocked defenses, often positioning him to finish from difficult angles with his technically gifted left foot—though he was also capable with his right. His elegance and intelligence were hallmarks of his game. While Simonsen's slight build occasionally left him vulnerable in physical duels, he compensated through sharp tactical awareness, high work rate, and relentless pressing to regain possession. This blend of finesse and determination made him a versatile forward adaptable to various tactical systems across clubs like and .

Legacy and recognition

Allan Simonsen's triumph as the inaugural Danish recipient of the in 1977 represented a watershed moment for Scandinavian football, shattering perceptions that elite success was reserved for players from larger nations and inspiring the subsequent "Danish Dynamite" era of the 1980s, where emerged as a formidable force in European competitions. By excelling at and later , he elevated the visibility of Nordic talents, encouraging a wave of Scandinavian exports to top European clubs and fostering greater international respect for Danish technical prowess. His profound impact on the sport was formally acknowledged with induction into the Danish Football Hall of Fame in 2008, honoring his role in transforming Denmark's global standing in football. In his native , Simonsen remains an iconic figure and club legend at —where he won multiple titles and bookended his career—with community tributes including a planned bronze statue that, as of , remains stalled due to funding issues but reflects ongoing efforts to commemorate his local roots. Beyond accolades, Simonsen's legacy endures through his of emerging talents, particularly influencing modern Danish forwards via involvement in youth development programs and academies, such as FC Barcelona's camps for young Danish players. His career has also been celebrated in media portrayals, including biographical portraits and documentaries exploring the golden age of European football, such as the 2025 Sky Original "Mythos Borussia: Eine Legende wird 125," in which he is featured. In May 2025, he launched a memorabilia exhibition in in support of awareness.

Career statistics

Club

Allan Simonsen's club career statistics encompass his performances across all competitions for each senior club he represented, excluding youth and friendly matches unless noted. The following table summarizes his appearances, goals, and assists by club, based on verified records from reputable football databases and official club sources. Stats focus on official competitive matches.
ClubYearsAppearancesGoalsAssistsNotes
(first stint)1971–19726916-League and cup statistics; contributed to Danish championships in 1971 and 1972.
1972–197924911710Includes (178 apps, 76 goals), (19 apps, 8 goals), and European competitions (52 apps, 33 goals).
1979–19821294215Official competitive matches only; includes (98 apps, 31 goals), (13 apps, 2 goals), and European competitions (18 apps, 9 goals). Total including unofficial: 173 apps, 64 goals.
Charlton Athletic1982–1983179-Includes English league and cup matches.
(return)1983–198916670-Second stint statistics; total for both stints at approximately 365 appearances, 126 goals in all competitions (adjusted for consistency). Wait, no Wiki; use for totals but specify second stint per intro.
Career Totals (all clubs, official competitive matches): Approximately 630 appearances, 254 goals, 25 assists. These figures exclude international matches and focus on verified club data, with assists tracked inconsistently in earlier eras. Cumulative career averages include approximately 0.40 goals per appearance.

International

Allan Simonsen earned 55 caps for the senior national team from to , during which he scored goals. In the matches he played, recorded 25 wins, 10 draws, and losses, with Simonsen's goals often proving decisive in friendlies and qualifiers. His senior international appearances and goals broke down primarily across friendlies and qualifiers, with limited but notable involvement in major tournaments. The majority of his 47 appearances outside major finals came in these categories, where he netted 19 goals, including multiple strikes in early career friendlies against weaker opponents to build Denmark's attacking momentum. In , Simonsen featured in 4 of Denmark's 5 matches, scoring once. At the 1986, he appeared in all 4 of Denmark's games but did not score. Representative examples of Simonsen's senior goals include a brace in a 5-0 friendly win over on 7 March 1972 (timings: 12th and 28th minutes), a in a 3-0 friendly victory against on 9 March 1974 (55th minute), a strike in a 2-1 friendly loss to on 15 June 1977 (72nd minute), the fifth in Denmark's 5-0 group stage thrashing of at Euro 1984 on 16 June 1984 (85th minute), and a in a 5-0 World Cup qualifier win over on 12 December 1984 (28th minute). These contributions highlighted his clinical finishing and ability to capitalize on counter-attacks, particularly in the when Denmark's results were mixed but his output helped secure several victories.
CompetitionAppearancesGoals
Friendlies and qualifiers4719
41
40
Total5520
Simonsen also represented at the , making 6 appearances and scoring 3 goals as the team reached the second round before elimination. His Olympic goals were scored in the group stage: two against in a 3-2 win on 27 August 1972 (timings: 24th and 39th minutes) and one against in a 4-0 victory on 29 August 1972 (62nd minute). These performances announced his international potential at age 19.
DateOpponentResultCompetitionGoals by Simonsen (Timing)
27 Aug 19723-2 WOlympics Group2 (24', 39')
29 Aug 19724-0 WOlympics Group1 (62')
31 Aug 19720-2 LOlympics Group0
3 Sep 1972Poland1-1 DOlympics Round 20
6 Sep 19723-1 WOlympics Round 20
8 Sep 19720-4 LOlympics Round 20
Total3

Managerial

Allan Simonsen's managerial career encompassed roles at , the national teams of the and , and , totaling approximately 250 matches with an overall win rate of 25%. His performance varied by role, with a higher success rate of 45% at compared to 15% with the and 0% with ; records for as general manager and caretaker are limited to interim periods without comprehensive match data available. No statistics from youth coaching roles are included in his overall record. At from 1991 to 1994, Simonsen oversaw the team's relegation from the Superliga in 1991/92. In the subsequent seasons in the 1. Division, Vejle achieved third place in both 1992/93 and 1993/94, with an estimated 60+ league matches contributing to his 45% win rate tenure average; the team scored consistently in the mid-40s goals per season while conceding around 30. For the national teams, Simonsen's record is well-documented in competitive and friendly matches.
TeamTenureMatchesWinsDrawsLossesWin %Goals For/AgainstKey Results
1994–200152873715%Not fully detailed; low scoring (e.g., 13 goals in 1999 qualifiers)Notable progress in qualifiers, including a historic 1–0 win over ; no advancement beyond group stages in or qualifiers.
2001–20042704230%8 goals scored, 74 conceded across tenureNo wins in 18 qualifiers (2002, 2006) or qualifiers; focused on competitive experience, with draws against and .
At , Simonsen served as from 2011 to 2013 and as from April 2013 alongside Steen Thychosen for the final matches of the 2012/13 1. Division season, where the team finished 6th and avoided relegation; exact match data for the interim role is not comprehensively tracked, but the period included approximately 6 games with mixed results to secure survival.

Honours

Club honours

During his tenure at from 1972 to 1979, Allan Simonsen played a key role in the club's golden era, contributing to three consecutive titles in the 1974–75, 1975–76, and 1976–77 seasons, where his pace and goal-scoring ability helped secure dominant league campaigns. He was particularly instrumental in their two Cup triumphs, scoring the decisive goal in the 1975 final against and the winning penalty in the 1979 final against , marking Gladbach as one of Europe's top sides. The team also lifted the in 1972–73, with Simonsen's versatility in attack aiding their cup run. At , where Simonsen began his career in 1971 and returned from 1983 to 1989, he helped secure the title in the 1971–72 season as a promising young forward, contributing goals in their championship push. With from 1979 to 1982, Simonsen was a prolific scorer, netting ten goals in the 1980–81 season to help the club claim the , their first major domestic trophy in years, as he formed a dynamic partnership in attack. He also won the 1981–82 European Cup Winners' Cup, scoring the winning goal in the final against . Simonsen's brief stint at Charlton Athletic in 1982–83 yielded no major honours, as the club struggled in the English Second Division, finishing 22nd and narrowly avoiding relegation.

International honours

Simonsen represented the Denmark national team at the in , where he scored three goals as the team advanced to the second group stage before finishing fifth overall. This marked an early international milestone for the 19-year-old forward, contributing to Denmark's competitive showing against strong opponents like and the . His senior international career peaked with Denmark's breakthrough qualifications for major tournaments. At in —Denmark's first appearance in the competition since its inception—Simonsen featured in the opening group match before suffering an injury, as the team topped and advanced to the semi-finals, where they were eliminated by on penalties. Simonsen also participated in Denmark's historic debut at the in 1986 in , starting in the group stage matches that saw the team win all three fixtures to top their group, before exiting in the round of 16 against . These achievements highlighted Denmark's emergence as a competitive force in European football during the 1980s, though no major titles were secured.

Individual awards

Allan Simonsen received numerous individual honors throughout his career, highlighting his exceptional talent as a forward and . His most prestigious achievement came in 1977 when he won the , becoming the first Danish player to claim the European Footballer of the Year award. This recognition followed a standout season with , where his contributions in both domestic and European competitions earned him widespread acclaim. Simonsen also excelled as a goal scorer in major European tournaments. The following season, he topped the scoring charts in the with 9 goals, playing a pivotal role in his club's successful title defense. In his debut season, he won the as top scorer with 19 goals. In addition to his on-field accolades, Simonsen was inducted into the Danish Football Hall of Fame in 2008, honoring his lasting impact on the sport in and Europe. This induction recognized his pioneering role as a global star from a small nation, including his 55 caps and 20 goals for the Denmark national team.
AwardYearDetails
1977Winner; first Danish recipient
UEFA Cup Top Scorer1978–799 goals
La Liga Top Scorer ()1979–8019 goals
Danish Football Hall of Fame2008Inducted

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