Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink
Footballer and manager, UEFA Champions League
Born
March 27th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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A Surinamese-Dutch footballer and coach, achieved recognition as a prolific striker during a career spanning the 1990s and early 2000s. Played for clubs such as Benfica, Leeds United, and Chelsea in England. Notable for winning the Premier League with Chelsea in the 2004-2005 season and earning the Premier League Golden Boot in the 1998-1999 season while playing for Leeds United. Transitioned into coaching, taking managerial roles in various clubs, including a stint as head coach at Queens Park Rangers.
Won the Premier League with Chelsea
Scored 29 goals in the 1998-1999 Premier League season
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