Graeme Rutjes
Footballer known for club career
A footballer with a professional career spanning several clubs in the Netherlands and Australia, played primarily as a defender. Started at local clubs before moving to the Netherlands, where he joined Willem II and later played for FC Den Bosch. Contributed to team successes in domestic competitions. After returning to Australia, played for various clubs, helping to promote the sport in the region. Also had a stint representing Australia at the international level.
Played for Willem II and FC Den Bosch
Represented Australia in international matches
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German businessman, founder of Puma
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March 26th, 1898 128 years ago
Died
1974 52 years ago — 76 years old
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Born
March 26th, 1884 142 years ago
Died
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Born
March 26th, 1879 147 years ago
Died
1965 61 years ago — 86 years old
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March 26th, 1983 43 years ago
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Born
March 26th, 1906 120 years ago
Died
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Born
March 26th, 1930 96 years ago
Died
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