Piet Wildschut

Dutch footballer with FC Groningen legacy

Piet Wildschut - Dutch footballer with FC Groningen legacy
Born

October 25th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A former professional footballer, played primarily as a winger. Started career at FC Groningen, contributing significantly to the team's successes in the Dutch league. Later transferred to SC Heerenveen, where continued to display skill on the field. After retiring, took on various roles within football, including coaching and mentoring younger players in the sport.

Played for FC Groningen and SC Heerenveen

Contributed to FC Groningen's league performances

Pursued coaching roles post-retirement

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