Erik Mykland

Who is Erik Mykland?

Erik Mykland – nicknamed Myggen, as he used to flap his arms and hands like one when celebrating his goals – is a Norwegian retired footballer who played as a midfielder.

A rarity in modern Norway footballers, he played professionally in six different countries, mainly representing IK Start, and amassed 78 caps and two goals for the Norwegian national team, having appeared in two World Cups, in 1994 and 1998, as well as Euro 2000.

Mykland was one of the most popular footballers in Norway, well-liked but never without controversy, his bohemian, unshaved look and relaxed lifestyle in contrast to those of the typical footballers.