Tim de Cler

Dutch footballer and defender

Tim de Cler - Dutch footballer and defender
Born

November 8th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer who played as a defender. Played for several clubs including AZ Alkmaar and Feyenoord. Also represented the Netherlands national team, contributing to various international competitions, including the UEFA European Championship. After retiring, transitioned into coaching, sharing expertise with the next generation of players.

Played for AZ Alkmaar in Eredivisie

Represented the Netherlands national team

Won the KNVB Cup with Feyenoord

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