Andreas Ekberg

Andreas Ekberg, born on January second, nineteen eighty-five, is a distinguished Swedish football referee known for his expertise on the pitch. Residing in Malmö, he has made significant contributions to the sport, particularly as a full-time international referee for FIFA since two thousand thirteen.

Ekberg's journey in officiating began at the young age of thirteen when he started refereeing matches for Torns IF. His dedication and skill led him to become a professional referee in two thousand four, and by two thousand nine, he was officiating in the Allsvenskan, Sweden's top football league.

As of two thousand twenty-one, Ekberg has officiated an impressive one hundred eighty-five matches in Allsvenskan, fifty-six matches in Superettan, and seventy-two international matches. His experience and commitment to the game have established him as a respected figure in football officiating.