Cor van der Hart
Dutch football player and manager
Born
January 25th, 1928
97 years ago
Died
2006
19 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Played as a goalkeeper, primarily for FC Utrecht and representing the Netherlands national team. Transitioned to coaching after retirement from playing, taking managerial roles at various clubs, including FC Utrecht and FC Volendam. Contributed to the development of younger players during managerial tenure. Actively participated in promoting football in the Netherlands through coaching and mentorship.
Played for FC Utrecht
Managed FC Utrecht and FC Volendam
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