Tim Breukers
Dutch footballer and defender
Played professional football primarily as a defender. Started youth career at FC Groningen and made his professional debut with the same club. Later transferred to various teams, including FC Emmen and FC Oss, where contributions in defense were significant. Retired from professional play and transitioned to coaching.
Played for FC Groningen in the Eredivisie
Served as a defender for FC Emmen
Competed with FC Oss in the Eerste Divisie
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Handball player and Olympian
Born
November 4th, 1975 50 years ago
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American actress, 'Everybody Loves Raymond'
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November 4th, 1925 100 years ago
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King of Naples and Sicily, patron of arts
Born
November 4th, 1448 577 years ago
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November 4th, 1976 49 years ago
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Professional basketball player
Born
November 4th, 1975 50 years ago
Died
2010 15 years ago — 35 years old
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Belgian footballer, played for Genk
Born
November 4th, 1976 49 years ago
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