Mike Havenaar

Japanese footballer, known for club success

Mike Havenaar - Japanese footballer, known for club success
Born

May 20th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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This individual played as a professional footballer primarily as a forward. Made league appearances in Japan and abroad, including jLeague teams and clubs in Europe. Enjoyed stints with teams such as Ventforet Kofu and Vissel Kobe. Contributed to the team efforts in various competitions during a career spanning over a decade.

Played for Ventforet Kofu in jLeague

Scored goals for Vissel Kobe

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