Willy van der Kuijlen

Dutch footballer and manager, PSV Eindhoven

Willy van der Kuijlen - Athletes & Sports Figures born December 6th, 1946
Born
Died

2021
4 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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An accomplished footballer and manager, played majority of career at PSV Eindhoven. Contributed to numerous domestic league titles and European competitions. Transitioned to a managerial role post-playing career. His expertise in the sport led to multiple coaching positions, providing guidance at various clubs in the Netherlands.

Scored 306 goals for PSV Eindhoven

Won the KNVB Cup multiple times

Participated in the 1974 FIFA World Cup

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