Michel Preud'homme
Football manager and former player
Born
January 24th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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A former professional football player and current manager, his career in football began as a goalkeeper. Played for clubs including Standard Liège and FC Utrecht. Transitioned to management and has led teams such as Standard Liège and FC Bruges. Honored with the Belgian Golden Shoe in 1989 during his playing career.
Played as a goalkeeper for Standard Liège
Managed Standard Liège and FC Bruges
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