Jesper Mathisen (born 17 March 1987) is a former

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. Originally a striker, he converted to being a defender. He has been on the first team since 2004, but only in the 2008 season has he been getting significant playing time He did better for youth specific national teams, and in 2005 scored four goals against

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on the U-18 team. Jesper Mathisen is the son of footballer Svein "Matta" Mathisen, who is often referred to as a legendary Start player.

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1987 births Living people Footballers from Kristiansand Norwegian men's footballers IK Start players Bryne FK players Norwegian First Division players Eliteserien players Men's association football defenders Norway men's youth international footballers Norway men's under-21 international footballers {{Norway-footy-defender-stub