Ruud Hesp
Dutch footballer and goalkeeper
Born
October 31st, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Played as a goalkeeper in professional football, starting a career in the 1980s. Played for several clubs, including FC Groningen, and Utrecht. Achieved recognition during a successful stint at the Spanish club Deportivo de La Coruña. Contributed to the team's triumph in winning the Copa del Rey in 1995 and played in the UEFA Champions League. Represented the Netherlands at the international level, participating in UEFA Euro 1996.
Winning the Copa del Rey with Deportivo de La Coruña in 1995
Playing in UEFA Euro 1996 for the Netherlands
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