Willem Janssen

Dutch footballer and team captain

Willem Janssen - Dutch footballer and team captain
Born

July 4th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer, played as a central defender and midfielder. Started career at FC Utrecht, where significant contributions were made. Moved to various clubs in the Netherlands, including ADO Den Haag and FC Utrecht again. Served as captain for FC Utrecht, leading the team in multiple campaigns. Retired from professional football after concluding a successful career.

Played for FC Utrecht in Eredivisie

Served as captain for FC Utrecht

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