Henk ten Cate

Football manager and player

Henk ten Cate - Football manager and player
Born

December 9th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Played as a defender for several clubs in the Netherlands, including FC Twente and SC Heerenveen. Transitioned to management, leading teams like Ajax and Al Ahli to significant successes. Notably guided Ajax to a KNVB Cup victory. Held coaching positions in various leagues, including the Dutch Eredivisie and the Qatar Stars League. Recognized for developing young talent and employing tactical innovations in football.

Managed Ajax to a KNVB Cup victory

Played for FC Twente and SC Heerenveen

Coached Al Ahli in the Qatar Stars League

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