Magnus Jernemyr English

Magnus Jernemyr is one of Sweden's most prominent handball players, renowned for his defensive skills and long international career.

Born in 1976, Magnus started his handball journey at a young age and developed into a star on the international stage, primarily as a defensive specialist.

Early Years and Club Career

Magnus Jernemyr began playing handball in Orsa and showed great talent for the sport early on. After playing for Borlänge HK as a junior, he moved on to the prestigious Redbergslid IK, where he began building his reputation as one of Sweden’s best defensive players. During his time in Sweden, he established himself as a solid and hard-working defender, winning no less than seven Swedish championships with Redbergslid.

International Career and Achievements

Jernemyr's talent led him to try his luck abroad, and he played for several years with the top club FC Barcelona in the Spanish league, where he made a significant impact. It was in Barcelona that he truly cemented his reputation as a top-tier defensive specialist. His time in the Spanish handball league made him part of an internationally renowned handball team and a key player in Barcelona’s defense. With FC Barcelona, he won several titles, including league championships and other international trophies. He also contributed to the team’s success in the Champions League, further enhancing his reputation.

National Team Career

In addition to his club successes, Magnus Jernemyr also represented Sweden on the national team for many years. His international career included appearances in major tournaments like the Olympics, World Championships, and European Championships, with the silver medal at the London 2012 Olympics being his crowning achievement.

Club Achievements

• Champions League winner in 2011 with FC Barcelona
• Spanish champion three times (2011, 2012, and 2013) with FC Barcelona
• Swedish champion seven times (1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, and 2003) with Redbergslid IK

National Team Achievements

• European Championship 2008 in Norway: 5th place
• World Championship 2009 in Croatia: 7th place
• World Championship 2011 in Sweden: 4th place
• European Championship 2012 in Serbia: 12th place
• Olympic Games 2012 in London: Silver
• European Championship 2014 in Denmark: 7th place

Jernemyr’s Legacy

Magnus Jernemyr will be remembered primarily for his solid defensive play and his ability to be a reliable and hard-working team player. His career in top-level international handball, particularly with FC Barcelona, is impressive, and his contributions to both club and national team handball have made him a respected figure in the sport.

Magnus is also one of Orsa’s proudest figures, an example of how athletes from smaller towns can reach the very highest level in their sport.