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Ebbe Sand (Danish pronunciation: [ˈepə ˈsænˀ]; born 19 July 1972) is a Danish former professional footballer who played as a striker for Brøndby IF in Denmark and FC Schalke 04 in Germany. He was the Bundesliga top scorer in 2001 and won the DFB-Pokal in 2001 and 2002 with Schalke. On the international stage, he played for the Denmark national team at the 1998 and 2002 FIFA World Cup, as well as the 2000 and 2004 European Championships. At the 1998 World Cup, he scored the fastest-ever World Cup goal by a substitute – 16 seconds after entering the match.

Key Information

Biography

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Born in Aalborg and raised in Hadsund, Sand started playing for hometown club Hadsund BK alongside his twin brother Peter Sand. Moving to Copenhagen in order to study building engineering at the Technical University of Denmark, he and his brother Peter decided to try their luck at Brøndby IF. After three years of playing only a few games as attacking midfielder, Sand got a chance to play regularly in 1995 and he soon made a name for himself. His brother would never play for Brøndby, but played professionally for a number of other clubs.

National breakthrough

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Sand scored 12 goals in 29 games in his breakthrough season and helped Brøndby win the Danish Superliga title. Brøndby matched that feat in both 1997 and 1998, with 1998 being an even better year for both Sand and Brøndby. Sand won the Danish Golden Boot as he scored 28 goals in 33 games and helped Brøndby win the Danish Cup, completing the Double. Sand was first capped for the Denmark national football team on 22 April 1998 against Norway, and following his great 1998 season, he was selected to play for Denmark in the 1998 FIFA World Cup.

He took part in all five Denmark matches at the World Cup, and scored his first goal for Denmark in the game against Nigeria, his own most treasured goal for the national team.[1] Entering as a substitute, he ran into the blind spot of the defense, had the ball lobbed to him over the heads of the defenders by Michael Laudrup, before he headed the ball to his right, past the Nigerian Taribo West, and slotted the ball home in the lower left corner. It only took 16 seconds from his substitution to his goal, a World Cup record that still stands. Following his break through on the international stage, he was named Danish Player of the Year. In 1998, Sand was diagnosed with testicular cancer. He had the cancer removed and was back in action just a few weeks after the operation.

Club career abroad

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Sand with Schalke

Following the 1998 World Cup, Sand played one more season for Brøndby, in which he scored another 19 goals. He was then transferred to German club Schalke for 10 million DEM in 1999, at that time the most expensive sale by a Danish club.[2] Sand's first season in Germany was successful, as he scored 14 goals, although Schalke only finished 13th in the Bundesliga that year. After scoring four goals in the qualification matches, he played twice for Denmark at the Euro 2000 tournament, before he was benched in the last game of a lacklustre Danish performance.

The 2000–01 season was much more successful for Sand. Schalke finished second in the Bundesliga, after a goal from Bayern Munich four minutes into the added time, ruining Schalke's championship dreams. Despite this they qualified for the UEFA Champions League. They also won the DFB-Pokal. Sand scored 22 goals and tied with Sergej Barbarez for the title of lead topscorer in Germany, and he once again won the Danish Player of the Year award in 2001. Schalke won the DFB-Pokal again in 2002 and finished fifth in the league, with Sand tallying 11 goals. For the national team, he scored an impressive nine goals in ten qualification games for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, but he failed to impress at the final tournament, and was benched the last group match, although he did play three times.

His following years at Schalke would be less successful, as he only scored six and eight goals in the next two seasons, respectively. For Denmark's run in the Euro 2004, Sand missed Denmark's final game due to injury, and he decided to retire from international football. He cited a desire to focus his last active years on playing for Schalke, though he would be ready to re-enter the Denmark team if it qualified for 2006 FIFA World Cup tournament if his form would allow it,[1] though that never became relevant for either party. Initially in his last year of contract, he prolonged his stay at Schalke by a year, despite only scoring eight goals in 2005. In July 2005, he announced the coming season as his last for Schalke and following seven years in Germany he would move to Denmark in order to work at Danish Superliga club Silkeborg IF.[3] He thereby turned down an offer from Schalke manager Rudi Assauer to become his managerial protégé at Schalke. For his last season at Schalke he was chosen as team captain, even though stiff competition by fellow Dane Søren Larsen and German striker Kevin Kurányi relegated Sand's role to substitute player. He ended his Schalke career at the Bundesliga game with VfB Stuttgart on 13 May 2006, scoring a goal in the 3–2 Schalke victory before being substituted to a standing ovation by the spectators.

Management career

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After retiring, Sand joined Silkeborg IF in several roles before joining the Denmark National Team as a forwards coach. He then joined Schalke 04 in an advisory role before he was confirmed as the Director of Football of Brøndby IF on 31 October 2018, a job which he took over on 1 January 2019. Shortly after becoming the Director of Football at Brøndby IF, he sacked head coach Alexander Zorniger following a string of bad results.[4] On 10 July 2019, Brøndby IF announced, that they had hired Carsten V. Jensen as their new director of football and offered Sand a new position, which he had refused and therefore left the club.[5]

Sand briefly managed the Denmark national team on 11 November 2020, as Kasper Hjulmand was sidelined with COVID-19. In his only match in charge, Sand led Denmark to a 2–0 victory over Sweden.[6][7]

Career statistics

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Club

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Appearances and goals by club, season and competition[8][9]
Club Season League Cup League Cup Europe Other[a] Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Brøndby IF 1992–93 Superliga 1 0 0 0 — 0 0 — 1 0
1993–94 4 1 1 0 — 1 0 — 6 1
1994–95 8 2 0 0 — 0 0 — 8 2
1995–96 29 12 5 0 3 3 8 1 — 45 16
1996–97 29 7 3 1 — 10 2 1 1 43 11
1997–98 33 28 5 2 — 3 1 1 0 42 31
1998–99 31 19 4 4 — 8 1 — 43 24
Total 135 69 18 7 3 3 30 5 2 1 188 85
Schalke 04 1999–2000 Bundesliga 32 14 2 2 — — — 34 16
2000–01 33 22 6 4 — — — 39 26
2001–02 28 11 6 4 2 0 3 1 — 39 16
2002–03 33 6 3 4 2 0 5 3 — 43 13
2003–04 30 8 2 1 — 2 0 4 1 38 10
2004–05 28 8 5 3 — 8 4 2 1 43 16
2005–06 30 4 1 0 2 1 13 2 — 46 7
Total 214 73 25 18 6 1 31 10 6 2 282 104
Career total 349 142 43 25 9 4 61 15 8 3 470 189
  1. ^ Appearances in Danish Supercup and UI Cup

International

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Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Denmark 1998 10 1
1999 11 4
2000 10 2
2001 10 9
2002 11 4
2003 7 0
2004 7 2
Total 66 22
Scores and results list Denmark's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Sand goal.
List of international goals scored by Ebbe Sand
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 28 June 1998 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France  Nigeria 3–0 4–1 1998 World Cup
2 10 February 1999 Stadion Poljud, Split, Croatia  Croatia 1–0 1–0 Friendly
3 27 March 1999 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Italy 1–1 1–2 Euro 2000 qualifier
4 28 April 1999 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  South Africa 1–0 1–1 Friendly
5 17 November 1999 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Israel 1–0 3–0 Euro 2000 play-off qualifier
6 16 August 2000 Tórsvøllur, Tórshavn, Faroes  Faroe Islands 1–0 2–0 2000–01 Nordic Football Championship
7 11 October 2000 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Bulgaria 1–0 1–1 2002 World Cup qualifier
8 24 March 2001 Ta' Qali National Stadium, Attard, Malta  Malta 1–0 5–0 2002 World Cup qualifier
9 3–0
10 5–0
11 25 April 2001 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Slovenia 3–0 3–0 Friendly
12 2 June 2001 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Czech Republic 1–0 2–1 2002 World Cup qualifier
13 6 June 2001 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Malta 1–1 2–1 2002 World Cup qualifier
14 2–1
15 6 October 2001 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Iceland 2–0 6–0 2002 World Cup qualifier
16 5–0
17 13 February 2002 King Fahd International Stadium, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia  Saudi Arabia 1–0 1–0 Friendly
18 26 May 2002 Kimiidera Park, Wakayama, Japan  Tunisia 2–1 2–1 Friendly
19 21 August 2002 Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland  Scotland 1–0 1–0 Friendly
20 12 October 2002 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Luxembourg 2–0 2–0 Euro 2004 qualifier
21 28 April 2004 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Scotland 1–0 1–0 Friendly
22 5 June 2004 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark  Croatia 1–2 1–2 Friendly

Honours

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Brøndby IF

Schalke 04

Individual

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Ebbe Sand (born 19 July 1972) is a Danish former professional footballer who played as a centre-forward, most notably for in the and in the , where he became a prolific goalscorer and key figure in major tournaments. Born in and raised in Hadsund, Sand began his career with local club Hadsund BK before joining in 1992, where he made 135 league appearances and scored 69 goals over seven seasons, contributing to three titles in 1995–96, 1996–97, and 1997–98, as well as the 1993–94 . In 1998, he was named Danish Footballer of the Year and topped the Superliga goal charts with 28 goals. His performances earned him a high-profile transfer to in 1999 for a then-record fee for a Danish player, where he spent seven years, playing 214 matches and netting 73 goals while adding 18 in domestic cups. With Schalke, Sand won the in 2001 and 2002, the German in 2001, and the in 2003 and 2005; he also claimed the top scorer award in 2000–01 with 22 goals and was again named Danish Footballer of the Year in 2001. Internationally, Sand represented 66 times between 1998 and 2004, scoring 22 goals, including a memorable strike against at the —Denmark's fastest goal by a substitute—and appearances at the 2002 World Cup, as well as the UEFA European Championships in 2000 and 2004. After retiring in 2006 due to injury, Sand transitioned into coaching, serving as a forward coach for the national team until 2014 and has served as Director of Football at since 2019, while pursuing business ventures in football consulting.

Early life and education

Family background and youth

Ebbe Sand was born on 19 July 1972 in , . His relocated to the small town of Hadsund when he was five years old, where he spent his youth. Sand grew up in a football-oriented , with his twin brother Peter Sand sharing his passion for the sport; the brothers often played together and were key figures in local youth teams. While specific details about his parents' professions are not widely documented, Sand's early environment in Hadsund fostered his interest in football from a young age. At the age of five, in 1977, Sand joined the youth team of local club Hadsund BK, his hometown team, and remained with the club through his youth development until 1991. He was regarded as a talented player but developed gradually, often described as a late bloomer in his early career stages. Sand made his senior debut for Hadsund BK during the 1991–92 season in the Danish third division, where he appeared in 17 matches and scored 7 goals, marking his initial step toward professional football. This performance paved the way for his transition to Brøndby IF in 1992.

Academic pursuits

In 1992, Ebbe Sand moved to and enrolled in a building engineering program at the (DTU) in Lyngby, aligning with his signing for that summer. Sand balanced his academic pursuits with part-time professional football, training five times a week and participating in matches while dedicating time to his studies over approximately 3.5 years. He enrolled alongside his twin brother Peter, who pursued a degree in . He completed his degree as an akademiingeniør specializing in building engineering in January 1996. This dual commitment fostered strong and , qualities Sand credited for enabling him to transition fully to professional football at age 23 and sustain a successful career spanning over a . Following his degree, he briefly worked part-time as a while prioritizing football. Post-retirement, Sand leveraged the structured mindset from his in administrative football roles, including as sports director at and as a FIFA-certified player agent at Elite Consulting, where analytical skills supported strategic decision-making.

Club career

Brøndby IF

Ebbe Sand joined Brøndby IF from Hadsund BK in 1992 at the age of 19, marking his entry into professional football. Initially, he faced challenges adapting to the higher level of competition, appearing sporadically as an attacking midfielder and substitute in his first three seasons while establishing himself in the squad. Sand achieved his national breakthrough during the 1995–96 season, scoring 12 goals in 29 Superliga appearances and playing a key role in Brøndby's Danish Superliga title victory. His form continued to develop, leading to a standout 1997–98 campaign where he netted 28 goals in 33 league matches, earning the Danish Golden Boot as the Superliga's top scorer. That year, Sand's contributions helped Brøndby secure their third Superliga title in club history along with the Danish Cup, completing a domestic double. His prolific scoring as a versatile striker, capable of playing centrally or wide, earned him a debut for the Denmark national team in April 1998. Over seven seasons with from 1992 to 1999, Sand made 135 Superliga appearances and scored 69 goals, solidifying his reputation as one of Denmark's premier forwards. In 1999, his performances culminated in a high-profile transfer to for a then-record fee of 10 million Deutsche Marks (DEM), the most expensive sale by a Danish club at the time.

FC Schalke 04

Ebbe Sand transferred to from in the summer of 1999 for a fee reported at around 10 million Deutsche Marks, marking his entry into the . He quickly adapted to the physical demands and pace of German football, netting 14 goals in 32 league appearances during the 1999–2000 season, which helped Schalke secure a seventh-place finish. The following 2000–01 campaign proved a breakout year for Sand, as he emerged as one of the Bundesliga's premier strikers by scoring 22 goals in 33 matches, tying with of for the top-scorer honor. His prolific output was instrumental in Schalke's strong league performance, culminating in a fourth-place finish that qualified the club for the . Sand's contributions extended to domestic cup success, with Schalke winning the in consecutive seasons. In the 2001 final, Schalke defeated 2–0; the following year, they triumphed 4–2 over in the 2002 final, where Sand added another goal in the 85th minute to seal the victory. These triumphs marked Schalke's fourth and fifth titles, solidifying Sand's role as a key figure in the club's silverware haul. Over seven seasons with Schalke from 1999 to 2006, Sand made 214 appearances and scored 73 goals, establishing himself as a reliable forward despite recurring injuries that limited his later years. His international retirement in 2004, prompted by a muscle injury during Euro 2004, allowed him to concentrate fully on club duties. Persistent health issues ultimately led to his retirement announcement in June 2006, at age 33, as his contract expired without renewal. Sand's tenure endeared him to Schalke supporters, earning him the status of a club legend for his goal-scoring prowess and leadership as . His legacy endures through memorable performances, including multiple hat-tricks, and contributions to the club's competitive resurgence in the early .

International career

1998 FIFA World Cup

Ebbe Sand earned his first cap for the national team on 22 April 1998, in a 0–2 friendly defeat to in , marking a rapid rise that led to his inclusion in the squad for the just two months later. His selection was bolstered by an outstanding 1997–98 season with , where he emerged as the Danish Superliga's top scorer with 28 goals. In the tournament held in , Sand featured in all five of Denmark's matches as they advanced to the quarter-finals, accumulating 238 minutes of playtime across the group stage and knockout rounds. He made his debut as a starter in the 1–0 group-stage victory over on 12 June, followed by substitute appearances against (2–1 win) and (0–2 loss), helping secure second place in Group C. Sand's standout moment came in the round of 16 clash against Nigeria on 28 June in Toulouse, where he entered as a substitute for Peter Møller in the 58th minute and scored just 16 seconds later—then the fastest goal by a substitute in World Cup history—to make it 3–0 and seal a 4–1 triumph that propelled Denmark forward. This clinical finish from a Michael Laudrup assist highlighted his predatory instincts and contributed significantly to Denmark's unexpected run, which ended with a 3–2 quarter-final loss to Brazil on 3 July. Overall, Sand recorded 5 caps and 1 goal at the , a debut tournament that showcased his international potential. His performances earned him the Danish Footballer of the Year award in 1998, recognizing his breakthrough on the global stage.

2002 FIFA World Cup

Sand was included in Denmark's squad for the in and . He featured in all three group stage matches, starting against (2–1 win on 1 June), as a substitute against (1–1 draw on 6 June), and starting against (0–2 loss on 11 June). Playing approximately 180 minutes without scoring, Sand contributed to Denmark topping Group A but saw the team eliminated in the round of 16 by (0–3 on 15 June), where he did not feature. His involvement underscored his role as a key forward in the tournament.

UEFA European Championships

Ebbe Sand represented at the in 2000 and 2004, contributing as a key forward during the later stages of his international career. In Euro 2000, held in and the , Sand made two appearances in the group stage, starting against on 11 June and the on 16 June. Despite his efforts, including a near-goal chance against where he was denied by goalkeeper , finished bottom of Group D with three defeats—0-3 to , 0-2 to the , and 0-3 to the —resulting in an early elimination without advancing to the knockout rounds. Sand's role expanded in Euro 2004, hosted by , where he featured in all three group stage matches, starting against on 14 June (0-0 draw), on 18 June (2-0 win), and on 22 June (2-2 draw). Although he did not score in the tournament, his presence as an experienced striker alongside partners like provided solidity to Denmark's attack, with the team earning five points and advancing from as runners-up behind . Denmark's campaign progressed to the quarter-finals, where they suffered a 0–3 defeat to the on 27 June; Sand missed this match due to injury. Over his international tenure from 1998 to 2004, Sand accumulated 66 caps and 22 goals for , establishing himself as a prolific scorer in qualifiers and friendlies. Following the Euro 2004 quarter-final exit, he announced his retirement from the national team on 28 June 2004, citing the difficulty of balancing commitments with and family priorities as the primary reasons. This decision allowed Sand to focus fully on his club career in thereafter.

Post-playing career

Coaching and management

Following his retirement from professional football in 2006, Ebbe Sand transitioned into with a brief stint as assistant manager at during the 2006–07 season, where he focused on player development informed by his own career as a top striker. In May 2008, Sand joined the Danish national team setup as forward coach, a hands-on role he held until 2015 that involved mentoring and developing attacking talent for both youth and senior levels. During the later years of this tenure, from 2013 to 2015, his work centered on the senior team, applying tactical insights drawn from his playing days to enhance forward performance. Sand's background as a civil engineer enabled him to incorporate structured analytical methods into his tactical preparations. In early 2020, he rejoined the Danish senior national team as assistant and forward coach, serving until mid-2021. On November 11, 2020, amid this period, Sand acted as for a friendly match against at , guiding Denmark to a 2–0 victory with goals from debutants and . As of 2025, Sand works as a licensed football agent and partner at Consulting, representing players in the Danish and international football markets.

Administrative roles and

Following his coaching stints, Ebbe Sand transitioned into administrative roles within football organizations. From 2015 to April 2017, he served as an advisor to , his former club, where he contributed to and development initiatives. In January 2019, Sand was appointed Sporting Director at Brøndby IF, a position he held until July 2019. In this role, he oversaw key aspects of the club's operations, including youth development programs and player transfers, aiming to strengthen the squad and talent pipeline during a transitional period for the Danish club. Beyond club administration, Sand founded the Ebbe Sand Soccer Academy (ESSA) in Shanghai, China, in 2012. The academy emphasizes youth football training grounded in European methodologies, with a mission to identify, attract, and develop young talents in China through professional coaching and structured programs. ESSA operates facilities including grass and synthetic fields, providing scholarships and tryouts to promising players from local and regional areas. In October 2025, Sand reflected on his career in an interview with Kicker, discussing milestones such as his 2001 Bundesliga top-scorer award and his post-playing contributions to football development.

Personal life

Health challenges

In August 1998, during the peak of his form with following a standout 1997–98 season where he scored 28 goals to help secure the title, Ebbe Sand was diagnosed with . The diagnosis came shortly after the club qualified for the , marking a sudden interruption to his rising career and coinciding with his international debut year for at the . He underwent successful surgery to remove the tumor, with no need for or , and was declared cancer-free soon after. Sand's recovery was remarkably swift; he returned to training within weeks and resumed competitive play for Brøndby by October 1998, demonstrating exceptional physical and mental resilience despite the initial shock. In the 1998–99 season, he contributed 19 goals, helping the team qualify for European competition once more before transferring to FC Schalke 04. There were no recurrences of the cancer, allowing him to sustain a high-level career for another eight years. The experience profoundly shaped Sand's outlook, leading him to advocate publicly for early detection of , emphasizing its high survival rate of around 95% when caught promptly. In later interviews, he reflected on the ordeal as a transformative experience that built his resilience, teaching him to prioritize life's bigger picture over minor setbacks and to openly discuss fears with loved ones. While the cancer itself had no direct long-term physical effects, the cumulative toll of injuries throughout his career contributed to his decision to retire from professional football in 2006 at age 34.

Family and later pursuits

Ebbe Sand is married and the father of two sons with whom he shares a close life. Residing primarily in , , he has prioritized time with his family following the demands of his professional career. In June 2004, shortly after 's elimination from , Sand announced his retirement from international football at age 31, stating that he could no longer effectively balance the physical and logistical demands of national team duties with his club commitments at FC Schalke 04. This decision allowed him greater focus on family and professional stability during the later stages of his playing career. After retiring from professional football in 2006, Sand channeled his energies into football-related ventures. He works as a partner and licensed football agent at Elite Consulting, advising players on career transitions. Additionally, in his spare time, Sand pursues hobbies centered on family outings and maintaining his passion for the sport. Sand has shown philanthropic interest in supporting foundations, drawing from his own experience overcoming in 1998. He occasionally contributes media commentary on Danish football through interviews and podcasts, offering insights into the game's development. He sustains ties to through the Ebbe Sand Soccer Academy, which he established in in 2012 to nurture young talent via professional training programs.

Career statistics

Club statistics

Ebbe Sand began his professional club career with in 1992, where he established himself as a prolific forward before transferring to in 1999. Across his time at both clubs, he participated in domestic leagues, cups, and European tournaments, contributing significantly to team efforts without securing major continental trophies beyond group-stage progressions in the UEFA Cup. At from 1992 to 1999, Sand made 135 appearances and scored 69 goals in the ; including domestic cups and European competitions (UEFA Cup and Champions League qualifiers), his totals were 160 appearances and 74 goals. His output peaked in the 1997–98 season, where he netted 28 league goals to claim the Superliga top-scorer title.
ClubCompetitionAppearancesGoals
13569
Sand's seven seasons at from 1999 to 2006 saw him become a key figure in the , with 214 appearances and 73 goals in league play alone. He also featured prominently in the (25 appearances, 18 goals) and European fixtures, including the UEFA Cup (41 appearances, 12 goals) and Champions League (20 appearances, 3 goals). A standout campaign was 2000–01, when he scored 22 goals, earning the league's top-scorer honor and aiding Schalke's qualification for the Champions League.
CompetitionAppearancesGoals
21473
2518
UEFA Cup/Europa League4112
Champions League (incl. qualifiers)203
Other (Intertoto, League Cup)123
In total, Sand recorded 349 appearances and 142 goals in club league matches, underscoring his consistent scoring threat in top-tier European football. Schalke's European campaigns during his tenure were competitive but limited to group-stage exits in the UEFA Cup and early eliminations in the Champions League, with no progression to knockout finals.

International statistics

Ebbe Sand represented the Denmark national team from 1998 to 2004, accumulating 66 caps and scoring 22 goals across FIFA-recognized matches. His international career featured participation in major tournaments, including the , , the , and , as well as numerous qualifiers and friendlies.

Tournament Statistics

Sand's contributions in major tournaments highlighted his role as a key forward for .
  • 1998 FIFA World Cup: Appeared in all five matches (three group stage, one round of 16, one quarterfinal), scoring 1 goal against in a 4–1 victory. His goal, struck 21 seconds after entering as a substitute, was the second-fastest ever by a substitute in World Cup history at the time.
  • UEFA Euro 2000: Played 2 matches in the group stage (against and ), with 0 goals.
  • 2002 FIFA World Cup: Played 3 matches in the group stage (against , , and ), with 0 goals.
  • UEFA Euro 2004: Played in all 3 group stage matches (against , , and ), scoring 0 goals. Denmark drew 0–0 with and , and 2–2 with , failing to advance from the group.

Yearly Breakdown

The following table summarizes Sand's appearances and goals by year, including a selection of notable opponents and competition types. Data encompasses qualifiers, friendlies, and tournaments, with friendlies comprising approximately 20 of his total caps, often against teams like , , and the .
YearAppearancesGoalsNotable Opponents and Highlights
199891 (, 1 goal); , , (); (friendly debut)
1999114, (Euro 2000 qualifiers, braces in some matches); , (friendlies)
2000102, (Euro 2000); , (qualifiers/friendlies)
2001109 ( 2002 qualifier, in 6–0 win); , (qualifiers)
2002114, (, 0 goals); , (qualifiers)
200370, (Euro 2004 qualifiers); (friendly)
200482, , (Euro 2004); , (friendlies/qualifiers)
Sand's goal-scoring peaks occurred during 2002 qualifiers in 2001, where he netted 8 goals in 8 matches, including multiple braces against weaker opponents like Malta and . His overall international tally reflects a strong qualifying record (18 goals in 40 appearances) compared to tournaments (2 goals in 10 appearances).

Honours

Club honours

During his time at from 1992 to 1999, Ebbe Sand contributed significantly to the club's success in domestic competitions. He played a key role in securing three consecutive titles in the 1995–96, 1996–97, and 1997–98 seasons, emerging as a prolific forward whose goals were instrumental in Brøndby's dominance. In the 1997–98 campaign, Sand's scoring prowess was particularly vital, helping the team complete a domestic double by also winning the that year. At , where Sand played from 1999 to 2006, he was a central figure in the team's cup triumphs. Sand's attacking contributions were essential in Schalke's victories in the in the 2000–01 and 2001–02 seasons, including appearances in both finals where his presence bolstered the forward line. He also helped win the in 2005 and the in 2003 and 2004. These successes highlighted his impact on collective team achievements during his tenure.

Individual awards

During his playing career, Ebbe Sand received several individual accolades recognizing his goal-scoring prowess and overall contributions to Danish and German football. In Denmark, Sand was named Danish Footballer of the Year in 1998 and again in 2001, honors awarded by the for the most outstanding player in the domestic game. He also claimed the top scorer title in the 1997–98 season, netting 28 goals for to secure the individual Golden Boot award. Transitioning to the Bundesliga with FC Schalke 04, Sand shared the league's top scorer honor in the 2000–01 season, finishing with 22 goals alongside Sergej Barbarez of Borussia Dortmund. Post-retirement, Sand was inducted into the FC Schalke 04 Hall of Fame (Ehrenkabine) in 2008 as its inaugural member, acknowledging his lasting impact on the club during his 1999–2006 tenure.

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  34. https://www.transfermarkt.com/ebbe-sand/profil/trainer/3755
  35. https://www.national-football-teams.com/coach/1869/Ebbe_Sand.html
  36. https://www.espn.com/soccer/report/_/gameId/573696
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  38. https://kennethcortsen.com/football-business-in-china-seen-from-the-perspective-of-mads-davidsen-from-ebbe-sand-soccer-academy-in-shanghai/
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  44. https://www.facebook.com/essashanghai/
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  46. https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/articles/fastest-quickest-goals-substitutes-world-cup
  47. https://schalke04.de/verein/tradition/schalke-legenden/ehrenkabine/
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