Sisca Folkertsma
Dutch footballer and national team player
Dutch footballer and national team player
Played professional football in the Netherlands and represented the national team. Competed in top leagues and showcased skills as a forward. Participated in international tournaments, contributing to the team's strategy and performance on the field.
Represented the Netherlands women's national team
Played for FC Twente in the Eredivisie
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