Rick ten Voorde
Dutch footballer with notable performances
Born
June 20th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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A professional footballer from the Netherlands, played as a midfielder and has spent a significant part of his career with Jong Ajax, the reserve team of AFC Ajax. His skills on the field led to performances in the lower leagues, where he contributed to team success. His career includes appearances in domestic competitions and participation in youth international matches, showcasing his development in football.
Played for Jong Ajax
Participated in youth international matches
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