Stanley Menzo

Dutch footballer and manager

Stanley Menzo - Dutch footballer and manager
Born

October 15th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Played as a goalkeeper for multiple clubs, most notably Ajax and FC Utrecht, during a career in professional football spanning over a decade. Transitioned into management, taking charge of teams in the Netherlands and abroad. Served as a goalkeeping coach, sharing expertise with aspiring players. Additionally, represented the Netherlands at the international level.

Played for Ajax and FC Utrecht

Managed various clubs in the Netherlands

Served as a goalkeeping coach

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