Theo de Jong

Dutch footballer and coach

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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