Joakim Rune Austnes (born 20 February 1983) is a

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former professional

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. During his active career, he played for Aalesund and

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Club career

Austnes played for Aalesund from 2001 to 2007, before he joined

ahead of the 2008-season. He made his official debut for Viking as a 70th-minute substitute for

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in the 2008 season opener against

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. After the 2010 season, Austnes decided to step down from professional football and returned to his youth club Haramsøy/Nordøy FK.hanofk.no Joakim spelande trenar for HaNo!
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International career

Austnes has played for the Norwegian U-19, U-20 and U-21-teams, making his debut 14 January 2003 in a match against

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References

1983 births Living people People from Haram, Norway Norwegian footballers Aalesunds FK players Viking FK players Norwegian First Division players Eliteserien players Sportspeople from Ålesund {{Norway-footy-midfielder-stub Association football midfielders