René Meulensteen
Football coach and player
Born
March 25th, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Coached various teams in football, including notable roles at Manchester United, where served as first-team coach under Sir Alex Ferguson. Played professionally in the Netherlands for teams such as FC Twente and PSV Eindhoven. Transitioned to coaching at youth and senior levels, participating extensively in player development and tactical strategies. Also worked internationally with coaching stints in the Middle East and the UK, emphasizing skill development and team cohesion.
Coached at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson
Played for FC Twente and PSV Eindhoven
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