Wilfred Bouma

Dutch footballer and PSV Eindhoven player

Wilfred Bouma - Dutch footballer and PSV Eindhoven player
Born

June 15th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer played as a defender. Career began at FC Den Bosch before moving to PSV Eindhoven, where multiple titles were secured. Competed in the Netherlands national team, representing the country in various international tournaments. Later played for Aston Villa in the English Premier League.

Served as a key defender for PSV Eindhoven, winning the Eredivisie

Represented the Netherlands in UEFA Euro 2008

Played for Aston Villa in the Premier League

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