Arie de Vroet

Football manager and player in Netherlands

Arie de Vroet - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1918
Born

1918
108 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A former footballer and manager, played as a midfielder. Had a significant playing career in the Dutch leagues before transitioning into management. Managed several clubs within the Netherlands after retirement. Achieved notable success during managerial stints.

Played for FC Utrecht and FC Volendam

Managed FC Volendam and FC Utrecht

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