Ab Fafié
Football manager and player from the Netherlands
Born
1941
85 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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A professional footballer and manager, contributed to the sport primarily in the Netherlands. Played as a forward for several clubs, including Ajax and FC Utrecht. Transitioned into management, leading teams at various levels. His career included significant tenures in both player and coaching roles, shaping the talents of many young players and teams during his managerial years.
Played for Ajax and FC Utrecht
Managed multiple football clubs
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