Wilko de Vogt

Dutch footballer and team player

Wilko de Vogt - Dutch footballer and team player
Born

September 17th, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer from the Netherlands, played primarily as a midfielder. De Vogt had a lengthy career in professional football, representing multiple clubs during his tenure. Most notably, played for FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, contributing to the team's performance in the league during the 1990s. De Vogt also had an impactful spell at FC Emmen, where he was influential in the club's campaigns. His style of play was characterized by tactical awareness and dedication on the field.

Played for FC Groningen in Eredivisie

Contributed to FC Emmen's league campaigns

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