Theo de Jong
Dutch footballer and coach
Born
August 11th, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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A former professional footballer, played primarily as a midfielder. Played for FC Groningen, moving to Ajax where significant contributions were made. Transitioned into coaching, leading various teams, including stints in the Netherlands and abroad. Notably served as a coach for the Netherlands women's national team during part of the 1990s. His strategic insights into the game shaped the teams he managed.
Played for Ajax, winning multiple Eredivisie titles
Coached Netherlands women's national team
Managed several domestic clubs in the Netherlands
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