Fredrik Aursnes, born on 10 December 1995 (age 30), is a Norwegian midfielder whose game has settled around control rather than noise. Primarily used as a central defensive midfielder, he wears the number 8 shirt for Benfica and remains part of their first-team picture in 2026-27.
His most productive league season came at Molde in 2018, when he scored eight goals in 29 appearances. That hints at a player with more in his locker than simple screening work, though his career has largely been built on reliability, positioning and the ability to keep a side functioning.
At Benfica, Aursnes continues to be involved across the main competitions. In 2026-27 he has made nine appearances in all competitions, scoring twice, including five in Liga Portugal with one goal, one in Europa League qualifying and three in the Europa League with another goal.
He has also stayed relevant for Norway, with six World Cup appearances and four in the Nations League during the same period. His recent schedule has included four Club World Cup outings as well, which underlines his continued use at a good level rather than any slide into the background.
Aursnes’s career has moved from a strong Norwegian base at Molde to regular involvement with Benfica and Norway. He is not a headline act, but he remains a useful, established midfielder in a demanding side.
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