I am Markus Fjørtoft, an ex-professional footballer who utilizes my experiences in sports, media, and business to fulfill diverse roles for organizations, while also managing my own company, TwentyOne Sports & Entertainment. My website will cover my work within presenting, producing, editing, and strategic consulting.

My Background

I have lived in seven countries, played professional football on three continents, and represented five different clubs. Alongside my sporting career, I earned two degrees at Duke University, with a bachelor's in cultural anthropology and masters in business. This diverse range of experiences across various domains, has enriched my knowledge and provided me with a unique set of references and know-how. As a result, I have been able to enjoy the best of both worlds, combining my passion for football with my exploration of other areas of interest.

Education

Duke University

B.A. in Cultural Anthropology, 2014 – 2017

Master of Management Studies, 2017-2018

Experience

2017-2022

2020 - Present

Professional Footballer

Media, Comms & Partnerships

Recently…

Granit Xhaka feature shared by Bild

The two-part mini-series I have produced, edited, and interviewed for was recently shared by Bild, Europe’s best-selling newspaper. A proud moment.

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Granit Xhaka | Between the Lines

I'm thrilled to present "Granit Xhaka | Between the Lines," a two-part mini-series offering an in-depth look into his journey as a player, leader, and coach. It's encouraging to witness the appetite for in-depth features like this. The engagement underscores the value of exploring the nuances of sports journeys.

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Senderos Opens Up

I recently sat down with Philippe Senderos to discuss the challenges he encountered while reinventing himself in the football landscape and the process of redirecting the same passion and dedication he had as a player into his new career.

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Football School heads to Scotland

In collaboration with 360 Sports Consultancy and East Kilbride Community Trust, my father and I conducted a training session for a talented group of boys in Glasgow.

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Haaland wins PFA Players' Player of the Year

I sat down with Erling Haaland after he was announced the PFA Players’ Player of the Year.

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Martin Ødegaard reflects on a memorable season

Norway international and Arsenal's Martin Odegaard reflects on an incredible 22/23 campaign, working under Mikel Arteta in the Premier League and talks Erling Haaland.

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Why Tuchel is leaving Bayern!

Bayern München have announced that Thomas Tuchel will LEAVE the club at the end of the summer! We discuss the big news, and reflect on what has happened in the last 24 hours, where it went wrong and what now for Bayern and Tuchel!

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Career in Pictures | Morgan Gibbs-White

Morgan Gibbs-White reflects on his path to the Premier League, his experience with Nottingham Forest, and the triumph of winning the U21 European Championships with England.

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Aaron Lennon & Beckford's Coaching Course

Aaron Lennon and Jermaine Beckford are pursuing their coaching badges. The dedication and application is commendable, and they are in many ways following the same principles that made them reach the very top as players👏

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PFA nominated for the prestigious Best Digital & Social Media Team award

To mark the Awards’ rich history, I led a special player-centric content series that was sustained over several months. It connected past winners with today’s stars and celebrated the unique role of the union in English football. This was part of a wider team effort anchored around the “PFA50” identity.

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Media & Communications

Responsible for driving strategic content initiatives and establishing closer relations with clubs while occupying various roles such as producer, presenter, and editor. Interviewees include Erling Haaland, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Martin Ødegaard, John Terry, Leah Williamson, Jack Wilshere, Cesc Fabregas, Granit Xhaka and Vivianne Miedema.

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Podcasts

I host, produce, and edit “The German Fussball Podcast” and the Professional Footballers’ Association’s “PFA Conversations”. In addition, I previously hosted and produced “BroPod”. Guests include Cesc Fabregas, Dennis Wise, Fabrizio Romano, David Dein, Les Ferdinand, Henry Winter, and Ada Hegerberg.