
Aron Gunnarsson
Al-Gharafa/M/
Player Info
Aron Gunnarsson is an Icelandic midfield legend and national team captain, a tireless box-to-box midfielder known for his leadership, tackling, and legendary long throw-ins. Currently with Al-Gharafa in Qatar, Gunnarsson's career peak came in England with Cardiff City, where he was a fan favorite for eight seasons, helping them win promotion to the Premier League in 2018. His relentless energy and passion made him the heartbeat of the team. On the international stage, he captained Iceland during their historic run to the Euro 2016 quarter-finals and their first-ever World Cup appearance in 2018. With over 100 caps, he is an icon in his country. Gunnarsson's style is defined by uncompromising commitment, making him one of the most respected Icelandic players of his generation.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/09/28
Transfer
2024/08/05
Signed
2019/06/30
Signed
2011/06/30
Signed
2008/06/30
250000€
Transfer
2007/06/30
Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
14
Games Started
11
Minutes Per Game
984
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
3
Accurate Passes Per Game
386
Key Passes Per Game
6
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
50
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
13
Interceptions Per Game
7
Clearances Per Game
22
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
2
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
12
Be Fouled Per Game
10





