Schjelderup Scores for Benfica

Andreas Schjelderup has emerged as a significant attacking force for Benfica during the 2025/2026 campaign, contributing goals across multiple high-profile competitions.

The Norwegian forward has recorded seven goals in total across three major competitions this season. In Liga Portugal, Schjelderup has made seven appearances, scoring three goals and providing two assists.

His impact has extended to the international stage, where he has played 10 matches in the Champions League, scoring three goals and adding one assist. He scored one goal in three appearances during the FIFA Club World Cup.

Domestic and European Contributions

Schjelderup’s contributions in the 2025/2026 season highlight his versatility as a forward and left winger. While his goal-scoring has been prominent in the league and European competition, he has also featured heavily in domestic cups.

In the League Cup, he has made 10 appearances, and he has played four matches in the Taça de Portugal, though he has not yet scored in either of these competitions this season.

The 21-year-old currently holds a market value of €20.4 million and is under contract with the Primeira Liga club until June 30, 2028.

Career Progression and Background

Born on June 1, 2004, in Bodø, Norway, Andreas Rædergård Schjelderup began his development in the youth sector at Bodø/Glimt before attracting attention from several major European clubs.

In July 2020, Schjelderup moved to Denmark to join Superliga club Nordsjælland. He was promoted to the first team during the 2020–21 season and made his senior debut on February 7, 2021, in a match against OB.

At the time of his debut, Schjelderup was 16 years and 248 days old, making him the 13th youngest player in the history of the Superliga. He scored his first senior goal for Nordsjælland on March 12, 2021, during a victory over Lyngby.

His transition to Benfica included a period with Benfica B, where he made five appearances and scored one goal. He also returned to Nordsjælland on loan during the 2023/2024 season, where he recorded nine goals in 26 appearances.

International Experience

Alongside his club career, Schjelderup has been a consistent presence in the Norway national team setup. He has progressed through various youth levels, including the U15, U16, U18, and U19 squads.

Between 2021 and 2024, he represented Norway U21, scoring eight goals in 12 appearances. He has since transitioned to the senior national team, earning nine caps and scoring one goal as of March 28, 2026.

In 2026, he has continued his involvement with the senior side, appearing in friendly internationals and World Cup qualification matches.