FC Twente is a professional football club based in the city of Enschede, Netherlands. Founded in 1965 as a result of a merger between Sportclub Enschede and Enschedese Boys, the club has since gone on to become one of the top teams in Dutch football.
In 2011, the club won the KNVB Cup and have qualified for the UEFA Champions League several times. The team plays their home games at the De Grolsch Veste stadium and is known for its passionate supporters. FC Twente’s biggest rivals are FC Groningen, Heracles Almelo, and Go Ahead Eagles.
1. Steven Berghuis
AFC Ajax
Career
- 2007: Vitesse/AGOVV
- 2007–2008: WSV Apeldoorn
- 2008–2009: Go Ahead Eagles
- 2009–2011: Twente
- 2011–2012: Twente
- 2012: VVV-Venlo (loan)
- 2012–2015: AZ
- 2015–2016: Watford
- 2016–2021: Feyenoord
- 2021: Ajax
- 2009–2011: Netherlands U19
- 2012: Netherlands U20
- 2011: Netherlands U21
- 2016: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:26, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Steven Berghuis is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax. He made his professional debut with Vitesse in 2007 and spent three seasons there before joining Go Ahead Eagles in 2009.
After a year at AEK Athens, he joined Ajax in the summer of 2013 and has since played more than 250 matches for the club, scoring 30 goals. In 2016, Berghuis helped Netherlands win their first ever European Championship title.
He was named Dutch Footballer of the Year for both 2015 and 2016[5][6] and also won two Eredivisie titles (with Ajax) as well as two KNVB Cups (both with AEK).
On 28 November 2017,[7] Berghuis scored his 100th goal for Ajax during a 5–0 victory over Excelsior Rotterdam. With 78 caps to his name, he is currently the fourth-highest-capped player in Netherlands' history behind Arjen Robben, Wesley Sneijder, and Robin van Persie.
Also Played For: eredivisie, feyenoord
2. Hakim Ziyech
Chelsea F.C.
Career
- 2001–2004: Reaal Dronten[4]
- 2004–2007: ASV Dronten
- 2007–2012: Heerenveen
- 2012–2014: Heerenveen
- 2014–2016: Twente
- 2016–2020: Ajax
- 2020–: Chelsea
- 2012–2013: Netherlands U20
- 2013–2014: Netherlands U21
- 2015–: Morocco
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:11, 5 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 December 2022 (UTC)
Hakim Ziyech is a Dutch international footballer who currently plays for Chelsea. He began his career with Reaal Dronten, and made over 100 appearances for the club before joining Ajax in 2012.
During his time at Ajax, he won two Eredivisie titles and the Europa League in 2017. In 2018, he joined Premier League side Manchester City on a season-long loan deal; however, this was later terminated by City due to disciplinary reasons.
He subsequently signed for Chelsea permanently in January 2019.[5] Hakim Ziyech has been described as an attacking midfielder or winger with excellent dribbling skills and passing ability.
He represented Netherlands at under-17 level,[7][8] then made three senior appearances before retiring from international football after their qualification campaign for the 2018 World Cup[9].
3. Luuk de Jong
Forward
Career
- 2001–2008: De Graafschap
- 2008–2009: De Graafschap
- 2009–2012: Twente
- 2012–2014: Borussia Mönchengladbach
- 2014: Newcastle United (loan)
- 2014–2019: PSV
- 2019–2022: Sevilla
- 2021–2022: Barcelona (loan)
- 2022: PSV
- 2008–2009: Netherlands U19
- 2009–2013: Netherlands U21
- 2011: Netherlands
De Jong is a prolific striker who has been with PSV since 2014. De Jong represented Switzerland at youth level, before moving to Holland to play for De Graafschap in 2001.
After two seasons with Twente, he moved to PSV where he has become one of the most important players in their squad over the past few years.
Jong is known for his goalscoring ability and quick feet which allow him to beat defenders easily; this has made him an attractive target for top clubs around Europe.
He will hope that things continue on this path when he represents Switzerland at the 2016 European Championships later this year.
De Jong is married and father of two children; both of whom are involved in football either as parents or athletes themselves.
De Jong is a talented and versatile footballer who has experience playing at both club and international level.
De Jong started his career at Borussia Mönchengladbach before moving to PSV in 2014 where he became one of the most consistent players in their squad. De Jong joined Newcastle United on loan for the 2016–17 season, impressing while helping them reach the FA Cup Final.
In 2019, de Jong signed with Sevilla ahead of their UEFA Champions League campaign, but failed to make an impact as they were knocked out in the group stage.
Dejong returned to PSV midway through the 2019–20 season and has been ever-present since then, providing important contributions both on and off the field.
Also Played For: psv, netherlands national football team
4. Václav Černý
FC Twente
Career
- 2013: 1. FK Příbram
- 2013–2015: Ajax
- 2015–2019: Jong Ajax
- 2015–2019: Ajax
- 2019–2021: Utrecht
- 2020–2021: → Twente (loan)
- 2021–: Twente
- 2012–2013: Czech Republic U16
- 2012–2014: Czech Republic U17
- 2014–2015: Czech Republic U19
- 2015–2017: Czech Republic U21
- 2020–: Czech Republic
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 June 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18 November 2020
FK Příbram. He moved to Ajax in 2013 and made his senior debut in 2015. Twente since 2018. Václav Černý is a Czech professional footballer who plays for Dutch club Ajax as a midfielder.
Czech club Jong Ajax, spending six seasons with the club. In 2019, he moved to Dutch club Ajax, where he has since played sixteen league games and one Champions League game. Czech Republic national team.
In 2020, he signed a loan deal with Dutch side Twente. 6. Černý is a natural midfielder and is known for his passing and dribbling. He is a key player for Ajax and is often called upon to make important goals and assists.
The 27-year-old is expected to stay with Ajax until the end of the 2021-22 season. 9. Černý is a strong character and is often vocal on the pitch.
Also Played For: czech republic
5. Michal Sadílek
PSV
Career
- 2015: 1. FC Slovácko
- 2015–2018: PSV
- 2016–2019: Jong PSV
- 2018–2022: PSV
- 2020–2021: → Slovan Liberec (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Twente (loan)
- 2022–: Twente
- 2014: Czech Republic U16
- 2014–2016: Czech Republic U17
- 2016: Czech Republic U18
- 2016–2018: Czech Republic U19
- 2018: Czech Republic U20
- 2019–2021: Czech Republic U21
- 2021–: Czech Republic
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11:46, 3 July 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01
Sadílek is a midfielder for Twente and has represented the Czech Republic at youth and senior level. Sadílek was born in Uherské Hradiště in 1999 and started playing football at local club 1.
FC Slovácko. Sadílek spent two seasons at PSV, where he made over 100 appearances and won the Eredivisie title in 2017. Sadílek made his international debut for the Czech Republic in 2018 and has since played at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship and the World Cup.
Sadílek signed for Twente in August 2018 and has made over 30 appearances in all competitions for the club. Sadílek is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder.
He is known for his creativity and passing ability. Sadílek is a member of the Czech Republic's national team and is expected to compete at the 2022 World Cup.
6. Przemysław Tytoń
Goalkeeper
Career
- 2004: AMSPN Hetman Zamość
- 2004–2005: Hetman Zamość
- 2005–2007: Górnik Łęczna
- 2007–2011: Roda JC
- 2011–2015: PSV
- 2013–2014: Jong PSV
- 2014–2015: → Elche (loan)
- 2015–2016: VfB Stuttgart
- 2016–2018: Deportivo La Coruña
- 2019–2021: FC Cincinnati
- 2022: Ajax
- 2022–: Twente
- 2006: Poland U19
- 2007: Poland U20
- 2008: Poland U21
- 2010–2016: Poland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 October 2021
Przemysław Tytoń is a Polish goalkeeper who currently plays for Dutch side Twente. Tytoń made his senior debut with Hetman Zamość in 2004. He has since played for several other clubs in the Polish league, including Wisła Kraków, Jagiellonia Białystok, and Ruch Chorzów.
Tytoń joined Dutch side Twente in 2015. He has made several appearances for the Polish national team, including at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 European Championship.
Tytoń is married and has two children. He is nicknamed "the Flying Poleman" due to his height. Tytoń is a goalkeeper who is known for his strong shot-stopping ability.
He is a regular member of the Polish team, and is expected to be a key player at the 2020 European Championship. Przemysław Tytoń is a Polish footballer who currently plays for Dutch side FC Cincinnati in the United States.
Tytoń made his senior international debut in 2016 and has since featured for Poland on 14 occasions. Born and raised in Łęczna, Tytoń signed for Górnik Łęczna in 2005 and made an immediate impact, winning the Polish Cup and appearing in the UEFA Champions League.
After leaving Górnik in 2007, Tytoń signed for Dutch side Roda JC and enjoyed a successful three-year spell, helping the club to promotion to the Eredivisie.
Tytoń then signed for Spanish side PSV in 2011 and spent four seasons there, helping them to two consecutive Eredivisie titles.
In 2015, Tytoń left PSV and signed for German side VfB Stuttgart, where he spent two seasons. After leaving VfB in 2016, Tytoń signed for Deportivo La Coruña and enjoyed a successful two-year spell, helping the club to promotion to the La Liga.
Tytoń then signed for Dutch side Ajax in February of 2018 and made his debut the following month. In January of 2021, Tytoń signed for Dutch side Twente and has since made one appearance for the club.
Also Played For: fc cincinnati
7. Wout Brama
Midfielder
Career
- 1990–1999: PH Almelo
- 1999–2005: Jong FC Twente
- 2005–2014: Twente
- 2014: Jong FC Twente
- 2014–2017: PEC Zwolle
- 2017: Utrecht
- 2017–2018: Central Coast Mariners
- 2018–: Twente
- 2005: Netherlands U19
- 2006–2009: Netherlands U21
- 2009–2010: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 December 2010
Wout Brama is a Dutch international defensive midfielder who currently plays for Twente. Brama started his career at hometown club PH Almelo, before moving to Dutch giants Jong FC Twente in 1999.
Brama has represented his country at various youth levels, and made his senior debut in 2006. Brama has been an important part of Twente's midfield over the past few seasons, and is currently their captain.
Brama is known for his hard-working attitude and defensive skills, and is often relied upon to keep his team in games. Brama is likely to be a key player for Twente in the upcoming season, and is likely to be a candidate for Dutch player of the year.
Wout Brama is a professional footballer who has played for clubs in the Netherlands and Australia. Brama is most well-known for his time at Dutch side Twente, where he made over 230 appearances and scored six goals.
He moved to Australian side JFC Twente in 2014, and made one appearance for the club before departing in 2017. Brama then signed for Dutch side Utrecht in 2017, where he has made 14 appearances so far.
He has also represented the Netherlands at international level, making one appearance in a U21 match in 2006 and three appearances in a U19 game in 2005. Brama is a versatile footballer who can play as a defensive midfielder or a forward.
He is currently playing for Dutch side Twente, and is looking to add to his tally of 62 appearances and three goals.
8. Sander Boschker
Goalkeeper
Career
- Longa '30
- 1989–2003: Twente
- 2003–2004: Ajax
- 2004–2014: Twente
- Total:
- 2010: Netherlands
Boschker was born on October 20th, 1970 in Lichtenvoorde, Netherlands. He began his footballing career at local team Longa '30 before signing with Dutch side Twente in 1990.
Boschker spent 10 years with Twente, making over 350 appearances. He won the Eredivisie title with the club in 1998. Boschker then spent two seasons with PSV Eindhoven, before joining AZ Alkmaar in 2006.
Boschker spent four seasons with AZ, making over 100 appearances. He then joined FC Utrecht in 2010, retiring from professional football in 2014. Boschker has since been working as a goalkeeping coach with several Dutch clubs.
He is also a member of the Dutch national team, having made over 30 appearances. Boschker is currently a goalkeeping coach with FC Utrecht.
Sander Boschker is a Dutch footballer who most notably played for Dutch side Twente. Boschker has also played for Dutch side Ajax, but did not feature in any league matches for the club.
Boschker represented the Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup, but was unable to help the team progress to the next stage. Boschker has also played for Dutch side Excelsior, but found himself without a club after his spell at Twente came to an end.
Boschker is now retired from football and is focusing on his other interests. Sander Boschker is known for his accurate long-range shooting, which he used to good effect for Twente.
Boschker is a versatile footballer who can play as a forward or as a midfielder. Boschker is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his performance. Sander Boschker is a popular and well-respected figure in the Dutch football community.
9. Blaise Nkufo
Forward
Career
- 1993–1994: Lausanne
- 1994–1995: Echallens
- 1995–1996: Al-Arabi
- 1996–1997: Yverdon
- 1997–1998: Lausanne
- 1998–2000: Grasshopper
- 1999–2000: → Lugano (loan)
- 2000–2001: Lucerne
- 2001–2002: Mainz 05
- 2002–2003: Hannover 96
- 2003–2010: Twente
- 2010: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2000–2010: Switzerland
- 2017-: Rino's Tigers
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Blaise Nkufo is a striker who played for Switzerland from 1993 to 2007. Nkufo was born in Kinshasa, Zaire in 1975. He started his career with Lausanne in 1993.
Nkufo moved to the Swiss Super League side Echallens in 1995. He joined Al-Arabi in 1996 and spent two seasons with the club. Nkufo signed for Swiss side FC Sion in 2007 and retired from professional football in 2009.
Nkufo has represented his country at senior level and has scored six goals in 16 appearances. He is currently the assistant manager of FC Sion. Nkufo was named in the Swiss Football Federation's Team of the Century in 2009.
Blaise Nkufo is a versatile player who has played in both midfield and defense for a number of clubs in Europe.
Nkufo started his career in Switzerland with Yverdon, before moving to Lausanne in 1997. He then spent two seasons with Grasshopper before joining Lugano on loan for the 1999-2000 season.
Nkufo then moved to Germany to play for Mainz 05, before spending two seasons with Hannover 96. He then moved to Holland to play for Twente, where he spent nine seasons before joining Seattle Sounders FC in 2010.
Nkufo has made 34 appearances for Switzerland and scored seven goals. He is currently manager of Rino's Tigers in the Swiss Super League.
10. Jeroen Heubach
Defender
Career
- 1994–2010: Twente
- 1997–1999: → MVV (loan)
- 2010: → N.E.C. (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jeroen Heubach is a Dutch football defender who currently plays for SC Heerenveen. He started his career at PSV Eindhoven, where he became one of the most consistent defenders in their history.
Heubach was a part of the Netherlands squad that competed at Euro 2004, and was also part of their 2006 World Cup squad. Heubach is a left back by trade, and is known for his powerful performances on the ground.
Heubach has also been a part of the Dutch national team on several occasions, and has enjoyed considerable success at international level. Heubach is a solid defender who is known for his leadership qualities on the pitch.
Heubach is currently a free agent, and is rumoured to be considering a move to Club America in Mexico. Heubach is a popular figure within the Dutch football community, and is widely respected for his abilities on the pitch.
Heubach will be a vital part of Heerenveen's squad this season, and is expected to play a significant role in the club's bid for promotion to the Eredivisie.
11. Jan Jeuring
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1966–1977: FC Twente
- 1971–1973: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jan Jeuring is a successful Dutch composer and pianist. He has won many awards, including the prestigious Edison Award and the Prince of Asturias Award.
Jan Jeuring is also a well-known conductor, having led many successful opera and symphony performances. In 2001, Jan Jeuring was made a Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau.
Jan Jeuring has been married to pianist and composer Elisabeth Jeuring for over forty years. Jan and Elisabeth have three children, two of whom are also musicians. Jan Jeuring currently resides in The Hague, Netherlands.
Jan Jeuring was a forward for Dutch side FC Twente from 1966-1977. He scored 103 goals in 326 appearances for the club. Jeuring made his international debut for the Netherlands in 1971 and played in two matches. Jeuring finished his international career in 1973.
Jeuring later played for Dutch sides Excelsior Rotterdam and Sparta Rotterdam. Jeuring retired from professional football in 1987.
Jeuring is currently a football coach in the Netherlands. Jeuring was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Jeuring has also been a television pundit for the Dutch national team.
Jan Jeuring was a forward for Dutch side FC Twente from 1966-1977. He scored 103 goals in 326 appearances for the club. He also represented the Netherlands in international competition twice, scoring a single goal in two appearances.
Jeuring later played for Dutch sides Excelsior Rotterdam and Sparta Rotterdam. He retired from professional football in 1987. Jeuring is currently a football coach in the Netherlands. He was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
12. Eddy Achterberg
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1964–1967: DOS: 65: (12)
- 1967–1976: FC Twente: 247: (26)
- 1976–1978: FC Groningen: 29: (2)
- Total: : 341: (40)
- 1988–1990: FC Twente (youth team)
- 1990–1993: FC Twente (assistant)
- 1993–1996: Roda JC (assistant)
- 1996: Roda JC (caretaker)
- 1996–1998: Roda JC (assistant)
- 1998–2000: FC Schalke 04 (assistant)
- 2000–2002: FC Twente (assistant)
- 2002–2003: FC Twente (second team)
- 2003–2004: FC Schalke 04 (assistant)
- 2004: FC Schalke 04 (caretaker)
- 2004–2005: FC Schalke 04 (assistant)
- 2005–present: FC Schalke 04 (scout)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Eddy Achterberg was a midfielder who played for FC Twente and FC Groningen. He was born in Utrecht in 1947 and played for the Netherlands at the international level.
Achterberg is a scout for FC Schalke 04. He has 341 caps for the Dutch national team and 40 apps for FC Twente and FC Groningen. Achterberg is retired from professional football and currently works as a scout for FC Schalke 04.
Achterberg began his managerial career at FC Twente, working as an assistant to current Schalke 04 manager, Felix Magath. Achterberg was caretaker manager of Schalke 04 in 2004 before being given the role on a permanent basis the following year.
Achterberg's time at Schalke has been successful, with the club winning the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal in 2011. Achterberg is currently in his fifth season as Schalke 04 manager.
13. Frans Thijssen
Career
- 1970–1973: NEC Nijmegen
- 1973–1979: FC Twente
- 1979–1983: Ipswich Town
- 1983–1984: Nottingham Forest
- 1984: Vancouver Whitecaps
- 1984–1987: Fortuna Sittard
- 1987–1988: FC Groningen
- 1988–1991: Vitesse Arnhem
- 1975–1981: Netherlands
- 1995–1996: Vitesse Arnhem
- 1997–1998: Malmö FF
- 1999: De Graafschap
- 2000–2001: Fortuna Sittard
- 2014–2015: Brisbane Roar (caretaker manager)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Frans Thijssen was a versatile midfielder who played for NEC Nijmegen, FC Twente, and Ipswich Town in the Netherlands and England. Thijssen made his debut for NEC Nijmegen in 1970 and played 83 games for the club over the next three years.
He joined FC Twente in 1973 and played 167 games for the club over the next three years. Thijssen joined Ipswich Town in 1979 and played 125 games for the club over the next three years.
Thijssen won the Dutch Cup with NEC Nijmegen in 1972 and the Eredivisie with FC Twente in 1975.
He played for the Netherlands at the 1974 and 1978 World Cups. Thijssen retired from football in 1983. Thijssen is currently a football coach.
Frans Thijssen was a very versatile player who was able to play in midfield or as a forward. He was a key member of the Dutch national team and helped the Netherlands win the 1974 and 1978 World Cups.
Also Played For: ipswich fc
14. Nico-Jan Hoogma
Career
- 1989–1992: Cambuur
- 1992–1998: Twente
- 1998–2004: Hamburger SV
- 2004–2006: Heracles
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Nico-Jan Hoogma is a Dutch defender who has played for clubs in both his native Netherlands and in Italy.
Hoogma has represented his country at both the major international tournaments, the World Cup and the European Championships.
In 2016, Hoogma joined Serie A side Bologna on a two-year deal. Hoogma has a reputation for being a hard-tackling defender, and he has been praised for his composure on the ball.
Hoogma is likely to retire at the end of the 2016-17 season, after which he will be inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame.
Hoogma is the son of former footballer and manager Nico Hoogma. Hoogma has two children, a son and a daughter. In his spare time, Hoogma enjoys playing golf.
Nico-Jan Hoogma was a Dutch professional footballer who played as a midfielder for Cambuur, Twente, Hamburger SV and Heracles. He started his career with Cambuur, before moving to Twente in 1992.
There, he won the Eredivisie title in 1998 and the KNVB Cup in 2000. He then transferred to Hamburger SV where he spent six seasons, before joining Heracles in 2006.
He retired at the end of the 2008-09 season. He made his international debut in 1996, and played at the 1998 World Cup and the 2002 World Cup. He was named in the Dutch squad for the 2006 World Cup, but did not feature in the tournament.
He is the father of Jordy Hoogma, who is also a professional footballer. Hoogma was born in the Netherlands, and is of Surinamese descent.
He is a devout Christian, and regularly gives presentations on faith to young people. Hoogma was honoured with the IFFHS World Team of the Year award in 2000.
15. Epi Drost
Career
- FC Wageningen
- 1962–1965: FC Wageningen
- 1965–1966: Heracles
- 1966–1980: FC Twente
- 1980–1982: DS'79
- 1982–1983: FC Twente
- 1969–1973: Netherlands
- 1987–1989: RBC
- 1983–1984: DS'79
- 1990–1995: STEVO
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Epi Drost was a Dutch football goalkeeper. He played for FC Wageningen and the Netherlands national team. He received the KNVB Cup in 1977. He died of a heart attack in 1995.
Epi Drost played for FC Twente from 1980 to 1982 and also represented the Netherlands in international competition. Drost was a versatile player who was able to play as a midfielder or as a defender.
After leaving Twente, Drost embarked on a managerial career, first with RBC and later with STEVO. Drost is currently the manager of amateur side FC Oss.
16. Kick van der Vall
Career
- 1963–1967: Feyenoord
- 1967–1968: FC Twente
- 1968–1969: DWS
- 1969–1979: FC Twente
- 1979–1981: Vitesse
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Kick van der Vall was a Dutch football player who played in the midfield for clubs such as Feyenoord Rotterdam, Hamburger SV, and Ajax Amsterdam. He was part of the Dutch national team that won the 1974 World Cup.
Van der Vall was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on 3 March 1946. He retired from professional football in 1984. Kick van der Vall was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2003. He is currently a football commentator for Dutch television.
Kick van der Vall is married and has two children. He currently resides in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Kick van der Vall was diagnosed with dementia in 2016 and died in February of the same year. Kick van der Vall was a Dutch international footballer who played for Feyenoord, FC Twente and Vitesse.
He was one of the most consistent strikers in Dutch football throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Kick van der Vall began his football career with Feyenoord, where he made over 350 appearances and scored 67 goals. Following spells at FC Twente and Vitesse, he retired in 1991.
Kick van der Vall was a prolific goalscorer, who is considered one of the greatest Dutch strikers of all time.
He is also the all-time leading scorer in the Dutch Eredivisie and the Dutch Cup. Kick van der Vall was a member of the Dutch national team, and played in the 1974 and 1978 World Cups. He also played in the UEFA Euro 1976 and the 1988 European Championships.
Kick van der Vall was honoured with a statue in his home town of Rotterdam in 2007. He was also awarded an honorary doctorate by The University of Utrecht in 2014.
Kick van der Vall is a co-founder of the Dutch charity foundation Het Korps Zorgkundigen (The Corps of Health Care Professionals).
The foundation raises money for children's hospitals and medical facilities around the world. Kick van der Vall is married to Dutch actress Marit van der Velde, and they have two children. Kick van der Vall died in May 2016, at the age of 75.
17. Theo Pahlplatz
Career
- Quick'20
- 1966–1979: FC Twente
- FC Epe
- 1967–1972: Netherlands
Theo Pahlplatz is a retired Dutch striker who played for clubs such as Feyenoord, PSV, Twente, and Ajax. Pahlplatz was born in Oldenzaal in 1947 and started playing football as a youngster for local side Quick'20.
Pahlplatz made his senior debut for Feyenoord in 1967 and went on to score over 100 goals for the Rotterdam club.
Pahlplatz joined PSV in 1978 and helped the club to win the Eredivisie title in 1980 and 1981. Pahlplatz moved to Twente in 1982 and helped the club to win the Eerste Divisie title in 1984 and the Dutch Cup in 1985.
Pahlplatz joined Ajax in 1987 and helped the club to win the Dutch Cup in 1988 and the Dutch League title in 1989. Pahlplatz retired from professional football in 1992.
Theo Pahlplatz is a Dutch national football coach and currently works as assistant coach at Feyenoord. Pahlplatz was made a member of the Dutch Football Association's Hall of Fame in 2006.
18. Berthil ter Avest
Career
- SVZW Wierden
- 1989–1991: FC Twente
- 1991–1993: Roda JC
- 1993–1994: FC Groningen (loan)
- 1994–2000: FC Twente
- 2000–2002: Borussia Mönchengladbach
- 2003: De Graafschap
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Bert Dinand ter Avest was born on 19 November 1970 in Wierden, Netherlands. The 52-year-old winger played for SVZW Wierden during his youth career. Ter Avest is 1.84 meters tall and is currently playing for Dutch side FC Den Bosch.
Ter Avest has represented the Netherlands at the international level, and he has also played for the Dutch national team at various tournaments.
Ter Avest is a versatile winger who can play on either flank. The Dutch international has been in excellent form this season, and he is looking to help his side qualify for the UEFA Europa League.
Ter Avest is a hardworking player who always gives his all on the pitch. The Dutch international is a popular figure in the Dutch football community, and he is well-known for his sense of humor.
Ter Avest is a popular player with the Den Bosch supporters, and he is highly-rated within the Dutch footballing world.
19. André Karnebeek
Career
- 1989–2001: FC Twente
- 2002–2003: Dunfermline Athletic
- 2003–2005: De Graafschap
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
André Karnebeek is a Dutch football player who currently plays for AZ Alkmaar. He has also played for PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord Rotterdam, and SC Heerenveen.
Karnebeek began his professional career at PSV Eindhoven, where he made 176 appearances and scored 33 goals. He then moved to Feyenoord Rotterdam, where he made 138 appearances and scored 31 goals.
In 2006, Karnebeek transferred to SC Heerenveen, where he made 97 appearances and scored 21 goals. He then transferred to AZ Alkmaar in 2008, where he has made 133 appearances and scored 36 goals.
Karnebeek has represented the Netherlands at international level, making 25 appearances and scoring two goals.
He made his international debut in a Euro 2004 qualifier against Greece on October 10, 2003. Karnebeek has also been a part of the Dutch national team at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the 2004 UEFA European Championship, and the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
In December 2010, Karnebeek was named captain of the Netherlands national team.
Karnebeek has two daughters, Lotte and Daphne, and one son, Maximilian. Karnebeek is a devout Christian and is married to former Dutch international goalkeeping coach Monique Kooistra.
Karnebeek is a ambassador for several charities, including the Amsterdam-based Heifer International and the Dutch Red Cross.
20. Niels Overweg
Career
- 1967–1972: DWS
- 1972–1974: Go Ahead Eagles
- 1974–1981: FC Twente
- 1981–1983: DS'79
- 1975: Netherlands
- 1987: Vitesse
- 1990–1993: Telstar
- 1995: Cambuur (interim)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Niels Overweg was a defender who played for DWS in the Netherlands from 1967-1972. Overweg was a part of the side that won the Dutch championship in 1972 and was a part of the side that reached the semi-finals of the European Champions Cup in 1971.
After retiring from playing Overweg became a football coach. He has coached teams such as Ajax, NEC, Feyenoord and AZ Alkmaar. Overweg was named Dutch Footballer of the Year in 1980 and 1982. Overweg was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2003.
Niels Overweg was born in Amsterdam on 15 May 1948. Overweg was a successful manager in the Netherlands, leading Vitesse to two Eredivisie titles and third place in the 1990-91 season.
He then moved to England to take charge of FC Twente, where he led the team to the Eredivisie title in his first season.
He left FC Twente after only two seasons to take over at Telstar, where he remained for three years before moving to Cambuur in 1995.
He retired from management at the end of the 1998-99 season. Overweg has since been involved in coaching, most notably at Feyenoord, where he led the team to the Eredivisie title in 2013.
He was appointed as manager of the Netherlands national team in February 2016. He led the team to the semi-finals of the UEFA European Championship in France, but they were eliminated by Portugal.
He resigned from his position after the tournament, citing personal reasons. Overweg is currently the manager of Vitesse Arnhem in the Dutch Eredivisie.
21. Piet Schrijvers
Career
- 1963–1965: HVC
- 1965–1968: DWS
- 1968–1974: FC Twente
- 1974–1983: Ajax
- 1983–1985: Zwolle
- 1971–1984: Netherlands
- 1987–1989: FC Wageningen
- 1991–1993: TOP Oss
- 1993–1994: AZ
- 1995–1996: FC Zwolle
Piet Schrijvers was born on 15 December 1946 in Jutphaas, Netherlands. He started his career with HVC in 1963, and then played for DWS from 1965 to 1968.
He joined FC Twente in 1968, and played for them until 1974. He then joined Ajax in 1974, and stayed with them until 1983. He then moved to Zwolle, and played for them until 1985.
Piet Schrijvers was capped 56 times for the Netherlands, scoring one goal. He retired from football in 1983, and died on 7 September 2022 at the age of 75. Piet Schrijvers was a successful manager in the Dutch football league system.
He was appointed manager of FC Wageningen in 1987 and led the club to promotion to the Eredivisie in 1989.
Schrijvers then had a two-year spell in charge of TOP Oss, before moving on to AZ in 1995. He was dismissed by AZ after just one season in charge, and later took charge of FC Zwolle.
In his six years in charge of Dutch clubs, Schrijvers won three championship titles and two Dutch Cups. Schrijvers made his international debut in 1974 and played at the FIFA World Cup later that year.
He went on to make 14 appearances for the Netherlands, including appearances at the European Championship and the UEFA Euro 1996.
Schrijvers retired from playing football in 1998, and took up a managerial role with FC Zwolle. He left Zwolle in 2001, and has since been working as a scout for FC Twente.
22. Kalle Oranen
Career
- 1975 : UEFA Cup
- FC Twente
- 1977 : KNVB Cup
Kalle Oranen started his career with hometown club Boekelo before moving to Rotterdam to join Feyenoord in 1968. He spent nine seasons with Feyenoord before joining PSV Eindhoven in 1976.
He played for PSV until 1984, winning three Eredivisie titles and the UEFA Cup in 1982. He then spent two seasons with FC Barcelona before retiring in 1986.
Kalle Oranen made his international debut for the Netherlands in 1970 and went on to play 71 matches, scoring six goals.
He represented his country at the 1970 World Cup and the 1974 and 1978 European Championships.
Kalle Oranen later became manager of PSV Eindhoven, guiding the club to the Dutch Cup in 1992 and the Eredivisie title in 1994. He left PSV in 1997 to take up the same position at FC Twente, where he stayed for two seasons.
He then returned to PSV as technical director, a position he held until his retirement in 2006. Kalle Oranen was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2004 and the PSV Eindhoven Hall of Fame in 2007.
He was also awarded the Johan Cruyff Award in 2007. Kalle Oranen is currently a director at PSV and a television pundit.
23. René Notten
Career
- 1974–1975: Netherlands
- 1992–1994: FC Emmen
- 1995: Aruba
René Notten was a Dutch artist who is best known for his sculptural work. Notten was diagnosed with cancer in 1994, and died from the disease two years later.
Notten's work often featured human and animal figures in isolation or in tense or emotive situations. Notten was a member of the Dutch artists' union and the Dutch Association of Artists.
Notten's work is in the collections of museums across Europe and North America. René Notten was a midfielder for the Netherlands national football team from 1974 to 1975. Notten also managed FC Emmen from 1992 to 1994.
He then served as manager of Aruba from 1995 to 1998. Notten is currently the head coach of the Dutch national under-21 football team. René Notten was born on Aruba in 1959. He started playing football at a young age and impressed scouts with his play.
Notten made his debut for the Netherlands in 1974. He played for the Netherlands until 1975 and was a part of the team that finished in third place at the 1974 World Cup. Notten then went on to manage FC Emmen and served as manager until 1994.
24. Kees van Ierssel
Career
- 1967–1969: Baronie Breda
- 1969–1979: FC Twente
- 1973–1974: Netherlands
Kees van Ierssel enjoyed a successful career as a right-back with teams such as Baronie Breda and Feyenoord. Van Ierssel won the Eredivisie title with Feyenoord in 1974 and the KNVB Cup with both teams in 1975.
He made his debut for the Netherlands in 1967 and played 52 international matches, scoring one goal. Van Ierssel retired from professional football in 1978. He later worked as a football commentator for Dutch television.
Van Ierssel was born in Breda, Netherlands, in 1945. He enjoyed a successful career as a right-back with teams such as Baronie Breda and Feyenoord. He retired from professional football in 1978. Van Ierssel is now retired and lives in the Netherlands.
He works as a football commentator for Dutch television. Van Ierssel was named Dutch Footballer of the Year in 1976 and 1977. He was also voted Dutch Footballer of the Century in 2000. Van Ierssel was inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
25. Jan van Halst
Career
- 1979: VV Jonathan
- 1979–1989: Utrecht
- 1988–1989: Utrecht
- 1989–1990: Wageningen
- 1990–1999: Twente
- 1999–2002: Ajax
- 2000–2001: → Fortuna Sittard (loan)
- 2002–2003: Vitesse
- 1988: Netherlands U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jan van Halst was born on April 20, 1969 in Utrecht, Netherlands. He played for VV Jonathan as a youngster, and then moved on to play for Feyenoord, PSV, and Arsenal.
Van Halst retired from professional football in 2006, after playing for Feyenoord, PSV, and Arsenal. Van Halst is now a football coach, and he currently coaches PSV Eindhoven.
Van Halst was a versatile midfielder who was known for his passing and trickery. He is the father of Memphis Depay, who currently plays for Manchester United. Jan van Halst played for several Dutch clubs, most notably Utrecht and Ajax.
Van Halst made his international debut in 1988, and went on to play for the Netherlands U21 side. In 1999, van Halst joined Dutch side Fortuna Sittard on loan. Van Halst retired from professional football in 2003. Van Halst is currently the assistant coach at Ajax.
Jan van Halst is a popular figure in the Dutch football community, and is often interviewed by media outlets.
Van Halst is a gifted passer, and is considered one of the best Dutch players of all time. Jan van Halst is a respected member of the Ajax coaching staff, and will be a key figure in the club's future.
Jan van Halst is a hardworking and dedicated player, who will always give his all for his team.
26. Ricky van Wolfswinkel
Career
- 1998–1999: v.v. Woudenberg
- 1999–2008: Vitesse
- 2008–2009: Vitesse
- 2009–2011: Utrecht
- 2011–2013: Sporting CP
- 2013–2016: Norwich City
- 2014–2015: Saint-Étienne (loan)
- 2015–2016: Real Betis (loan)
- 2016–2017: Vitesse
- 2017–2021: Basel
- 2021: Twente
- 2008: Netherlands U19
- 2009–2010: Netherlands U21
- 2010–2014: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:38, 30 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 July 2014
Van Wolfswinkel is a Dutch striker who has played for Saint-Étienne, Vitesse and FC Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie. Van Wolfswinkel started his career at Vitesse, where he scored 36 goals in 137 appearances.
He was signed by Saint-Étienne in July 2014 for a reported fee of €8.5 million. Van Wolfswinkel made his Saint-Étienne debut on 10 August 2014 in a 4–1 victory over Lyon. He has scored six goals in 18 appearances for Saint-Étienne.
Van Wolfswinkel is contracted to FC Twente until 2020. Van Wolfswinkel was named Dutch Footballer of the Year in 2014.
He represented the Netherlands at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Van Wolfswinkel was born in Woudenberg, Netherlands. Ricky van Wolfswinkel is a Dutch footballer who plays as a striker for Dutch club Vitesse.
Van Wolfswinkel made his professional debut with Vitesse in 2008, and has since played for other Dutch clubs including Utrecht and Sporting CP.
Van Wolfswinkel made his international debut for the Netherlands in 2008 and has since earned a total of 2 caps. Van Wolfswinkel is a prolific goalscorer, having scored a total of 64 goals in the Dutch league and 28 goals in international competition.
Van Wolfswinkel is a key player for Vitesse, and is often relied upon to score goals in important matches. Van Wolfswinkel is contracted to Vitesse until 2021.
Van Wolfswinkel is a Dutch citizen and has represented the Netherlands at youth level. Van Wolfswinkel was born in the Netherlands and is of Dutch descent.
Also Played For: sbv vitesse
27. Virgil Misidjan
Career
- 2010: Willem II
- 2012–2013: Willem II
- 2013–2018: Ludogorets Razgrad
- 2015–2018: Ludogorets Razgrad II
- 2018–2021: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 2021: PEC Zwolle
- 2021–: FC Twente
- 2013: Netherlands U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:18, 3 December 2022 (UTC)
Virgil Misidjan is a Dutch winger who currently plays for FC Twente. Misidjan made his professional debut in the Eredivisie with NEC in 2010. He moved to FC Nürnberg in 2019.
Misidjan has represented the Netherlands at youth level. He has also played for FC Utrecht, PSV Eindhoven and AZ Alkmaar in the Dutch Eredivisie. Misidjan is a fast winger who can play on the left or the right flank.
He is known for his powerful shots and dribbling skills. Misidjan is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Misidjan is a versatile player who can also play as a forward. Virgil Misidjan was born in France in 1997.
He began his youth career at Paris Saint-Germain, before moving to Willem II in 2010. Misidjan made his senior debut for Willem II in 2012, and has since played for Ludogorets Razgrad and Ludogorets Razgrad II.
He made his international debut for the Netherlands in 2013, and has since played for the Netherlands U20 team. Misidjan is a midfielder who is known for his attacking play. He is set to join FC Twente in 2021.
28. Joshua Brenet
Career
- 2006–2008: FC Omniworld
- 2008–2009: ASC Waterwijk
- 2009–2011: A.V.V. Zeeburgia
- 2011–2012: PSV
- 2013–2015: Jong PSV
- 2012–2018: PSV
- 2018–2022: 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2020–2021: → Vitesse (loan)
- 2021–2022: 1899 Hoffenheim II
- 2022–: Twente
- 2011–2012: Netherlands U18
- 2013: Netherlands U19
- 2013–2016: Netherlands U21
- 2016: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 January 2023
Joshua Brenet is a Dutch professional footballer who last played for Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie. Brenet made his professional debut with SV Heerlen in 2006 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Roda JC in 2008.
He spent two seasons with Roda before joining Dutch Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven in 2010. Brenet was part of PSV's title-winning side in 2014 and was also named Dutch Footballer of the Year that season.
Brenet joined Twente in January 2016. He made his debut for Twente on 14 January 2016 in a 2-1 home win over Excelsior.
Brenet has made over 50 appearances for Twente and has also represented the Netherlands at youth level. He is a full-back by trade but has also been utilised as a midfielder. Brenet is a prodigious talent and is expected to be a mainstay in the Dutch national team for years to come.
29. Robin Pröpper
Career
- De Graafschap
- 2012–2016: De Graafschap
- 2016–2021: Heracles Almelo
- 2021–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:39, 30 August 2022 (UTC)
Robin Pröpper is a centre-back who currently plays for FC Twente. He has made over 100 appearances for the club and is a vital part of their defense.
Pröpper has represented the Netherlands at youth level, but never made it past the under-21s.
He was called up to the full national team in 2014 and has since made two appearances. Pröpper was born in Arnhem, Netherlands and played football for local side FC Arnhem before joining FC Twente in 2010.
Pröpper has made an impact at Twente, playing in more than 100 matches and scoring five goals.
He is a key part of their defence and is tipped for big things in the future. Pröpper is an imposing figure at center-back and is known for his strong defending and accurate passing.
Pröpper is a highly-rated player and is seen as one of the Netherlands' most promising defenders. He is expected to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.
Pröpper is married and has two young children. He is a devout Christian and enjoys spending time with his family. Pröpper is a versatile defender and is capable of playing at either centre-back or right-back.
He is a leader on and off the pitch and is a key part of FC Twente's success. Pröpper is a hard-working defender and is a tireless worker in the gym. He is also a good character off the pitch and is a popular member of the squad.
30. Gijs Smal
Defender
Career
- SV De Rijp
- 2010–2012: AFC '34
- 2012–2015: Volendam
- 2015–2020: Jong Volendam
- 2017–2020: Volendam
- 2020–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:06, 5 June 2022 (UTC)
Gijs Smal is a left-back who currently plays for Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie. Smal made his senior debut for Twente in 2016 and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances for the club.
Smal is known for his powerful shot from distance and is a regular for the Netherlands U17 and U21 teams. Smal is a versatile defender and can also play as a midfielder or forward.
Gijs Smal is one of the most promising young players in Dutch football and is sure to have a long and successful career.
Smal is a popular figure on and off the pitch at Twente and is well-respected by his team-mates and fans alike.
Gijs Smal is a hard-working defender who is always looking to improve his game. Gijs Smal is a popular figure on and off the pitch at Twente and is well-respected by his team-mates and fans alike.
Gijs Smal is one of the most promising young players in Dutch football and is sure to have a long and successful career.
31. Lars Unnerstall
Career
- 1994–2002: SV Uffeln
- 2002–2005: Grün-Weiß Steinbeck
- 2005–2008: Preußen Münster
- 2008–2009: Schalke 04
- 2009–2011: Schalke 04 II
- 2011–2014: Schalke 04
- 2014: → Aarau (loan)
- 2014–2017: Fortuna Düsseldorf
- 2017–2018: VVV
- 2018–2021: PSV
- 2018–2019: → VVV (loan)
- 2019–2021: Jong PSV
- 2021–: Twente
- 2010: Germany U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:46, 25 October 2022 (UTC)
Lars Unnerstall is a goalkeeper for Dutch side Twente. He started his career at SV Uffeln, before moving onto Grün-Weiß Steinbeck. In 2014, he joined Düsseldorf.
He has represented Germany at Under-21 level, and was part of the side that won the 2010 European Under-21 Championship. He made his first-team debut in 2011, and has since established himself as Twente's number one goalkeeper.
Lars Unnerstall is a regular member of the German national team, and has also represented his country at the Under-21 and senior levels. In 2018, he was named Bundesliga Player of the Month for March. Lars Unnerstall is married, with two children.
He is known for his agility, reflexes, and shot-stopping ability. Lars Unnerstall is a German football player who currently plays for Dutch side Twente. He made his professional debut with Schalke 04 in 2009. He transferred to Dutch side Twente in 2017.
Unnerstall has represented Germany at youth level. He is a versatile player who can play as a defensive midfielder or a centre back.
Unnerstall is known for his strong physical presence on the field. He is also a good set piece taker. Unnerstall has made 42 appearances for Twente since joining the club.
He is one of the most experienced players in the Twente squad. Unnerstall is a key player for the Dutch side and is expected to play a major role in their UEFA Europa League campaign this season.
32. Michel Vlap
Career
- SC Heerenveen
- 2016–2019: SC Heerenveen
- 2019–2022: Anderlecht
- 2021: → Arminia Bielefeld (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Twente (loan)
- 2022–: Twente
- 2014–2015: Netherlands U18
- 2015–2016: Netherlands U19
- 2016: Netherlands U20
- 2018: Netherlands U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:28, 1 May 2022 (UTC)
Michel Vlap is a Dutch midfielder who currently plays for Twente. He has previously played for SC Heerenveen and WSZ. Vlap is known for his hard-working style and is often used as a substitute.
He made his debut for Twente in the Eredivisie in 2018. Vlap has represented the Netherlands at under-17 and under-19 level. He is a son of former professional footballer Wim Vlap. Michel Vlap is a graduate of the highly respected Ajax Academy.
Vlap is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a forward. He is considered to be a promising young player and is expected to continue his development at Twente.
Michel Vlap is a popular player among the Twente supporters. Michel Vlap is a Dutch international goalkeeper who has played for the Netherlands U21 side.
Michel Vlap is a tall goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping abilities. Michel Vlap has played for Heerenveen, Anderlecht, Twente, and Arminia Bielefeld in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Michel Vlap has made a total of 59 appearances for Heerenveen, 34 appearances for Anderlecht, 7 appearances for Twente, and 1 appearance for Arminia Bielefeld.
Michel Vlap is a goalkeeper who is known for his consistency and his ability to make important saves. Michel Vlap is a goalkeeper who is likely to be a first-choice goalkeeper for the Netherlands in the future.
Michel Vlap is a goalkeeper who is highly-rated by coaches and players throughout the footballing world.
33. Manfred Ugalde
Forward
Career
- 2019–2020: Saprissa
- 2020–: Lommel
- 2021–: → Twente (loan)
- 2018–2019: Costa Rica U17
- 2020–: Costa Rica U23
- 2020–: Costa Rica
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:45, 15 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 3 September 2021
Ugalde is a young Costa Rican forward who is currently playing for Twente on loan from Lommel. He has already made an impression on the Dutch league, scoring 5 goals in 14 appearances.
Ugalde is known for his speed and ability to score goals. He is expected to be a key player for Costa Rica at the upcoming World Cup. Ugalde has been called up to the Costa Rica national team, and is looking to make an impact at the World Cup this year.
Ugalde is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the back line. Ugalde has experience playing in both Costa Rican and Dutch leagues.
Ugalde has represented his country at several youth levels. Ugalde is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make a contribution.
Ugalde is a versatile defender who can play in any of the back three positions. Ugalde is a solid defender who is always looking to make a contribution.
Ugalde is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the back line. Ugalde is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make a contribution.
Also Played For: costa rica football team
34. Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink
Career
- 1996–2001: Twente
- 2001–2006: PSV
- 2006–2009: Celtic
- 2009–2010: Hull City
- 2010–2011: Rapid Wien
- 2011–2012: PSV
- 2000–2009: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Vennegoor of Hesselink is a Dutch striker who has played for clubs in his home country and abroad. He is best known for his time spent at Feyenoord, where he won two Eredivisie titles and two KNVB Cups.
He also played for Rangers, Bolton Wanderers, AZ Alkmaar, FC Twente and NEC Nijmegen. Vennegoor of Hesselink made his international debut for the Netherlands in 2001, and has since featured at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
He retired from professional football in 2014. Vennegoor of Hesselink is the father of former Feyenoord and Ajax player Siem de Jong.
He is a Professor of Sports Science at the University of Groningen. Johannes Vennegoor of Hesselink was born on 7 November 1978 in Oldenzaal, Netherlands.
He started playing football at a very young age, and progressed through the ranks of various Dutch clubs before signing for Feyenoord in 2001.
At Feyenoord, Vennegoor won two Eredivisie titles and two KNVB Cups, as well as being named Dutch Footballer of the Year in 2006. He also played for Rangers, Bolton Wanderers, AZ Alkmaar, FC Twente and NEC Nijmegen during his career.
Vennegoor of Hesselink made his international debut for the Netherlands in 2001, and has since featured at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups. He retired from professional football in 2014, after appearing in over 240 official matches.
In his spare time, Vennegoor of Hesselink is a Professor of Sports Science at the University of Groningen.
35. Mees Hilgers
Career
- 2005–2009: Nieuwland
- 2009–2011: Sparta Nijkerk
- 2011–2020: Twente
- 2020–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09.28, 21 Jan 2023 (UTC)
Mees Hilgers is a defender who currently plays for Dutch club Feyenoord Rotterdam. Hilgers started his career with local club SC Amersfoort before making a move to Feyenoord in 2016.
Hilgers has made one appearance for the Netherlands U19s and five for the U21s. Hilgers is a talented defender who is known for his composure on the ball and ability to read the game.
Hilgers is a hard-working defender who is looking to continue developing his skills and career. Mees Hilgers is a young defender with a lot of potential who is looking to make a name for himself in the Dutch football scene.
Mees Hilgers is a talented defender who is looking to make a name for himself in the Dutch football scene.
Hilgers is a hard-working defender who is looking to continue developing his skills and career. Mees Hilgers is a talented defender who is looking to make a name for himself in the Dutch football scene.
36. Ramiz Zerrouki
Career
- 2006–2016: Ajax
- 2016–2019: Twente
- 2019–: FC Twente
- 2021–: Algeria
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 June 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 June 2022
Ramiz Zerrouki is a central midfielder who currently plays for Twente. Zerrouki started his career with SC Heerenveen, before moving to FC Utrecht in 2016.
He made his debut for the Netherlands in March of 2018, and has since been a regular for the national team. Zerrouki is known for his hard-working style and ability to create chances for his teammates.
He is contracted to Twente until 2020. Zerrouki is considered one of the most promising young players in Dutch football. He is likely to feature prominently in the Netherlands' Euro 2020 qualifying campaign.
Ramiz Zerrouki is of Moroccan descent. Ramiz Zerrouki is a French-born Moroccan professional footballer who plays as a winger for Dutch club FC Twente. Zerrouki started his career at Ajax, where he made over 200 appearances, scoring 21 goals.
He transferred to Twente in 2016 and has since made 63 appearances and scored two goals. Zerrouki has represented Algeria at international level, debuting in a 2017 World Cup qualifying match against Morocco.
He is a regular for the Morocco national team and has made 17 appearances.
Zerrouki is a regular for the Morocco national team and has made 17 appearances. Zerrouki is a versatile player who can play on the left or the right wing.
He is a highly rated player and is seen as a long-term prospect for FC Twente. Zerrouki is a key player for Twente and is seen as one of the key players for the club.
37. Mathias Kjølø
Midfielder
Career
- 2016: Kjelsås
- 2017–2018: Vålerenga
- 2017–2018: → PSV (loan)
- 2018–2020: PSV
- 2020–2022: Jong PSV
- 2020–2022: PSV
- 2022–: Twente
- 2017: Norway U16
- 2017–2018: Norway U17
- 2019: Norway U18
- 2021–: Norway U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23 November 2022
Mathias Kjølø is a Norwegian midfielder who currently plays for Dutch side Twente. Kjølø made his senior debut for Vålerenga in 2017 and has since played a key role in their midfield.
Kjølø has represented Norway at under-17, under-19 and under-21 levels. In 2016, Kjølø signed for Kjelsås and won promotion to the Norwegian top-flight the following season. Kjølø made his senior debut for Twente in the Eredivisie in 2019.
Kjølø is a speedy and creative midfielder who is likely to develop into a key player for Twente in the future. Kjølø is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a winger. Kjølø is highly rated within the Dutch game and is seen as a future star.
Kjølø is set to join Twente on a long-term basis and is expected to play an important role for the club in the future.
38. Denilho Cleonise
Career
- 2010–2013: Ajax
- 2013–2015: Zeeburgia
- 2015–2017: AZ Alkmaar
- 2017–2018: Ajax
- 2018–2019: Genoa
- 2019–2021: Genoa
- 2021–: FC Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:55, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
Denilho Cleonise is a Dutch winger who currently plays for Dutch club FC Twente. Denilho Cleonise is young and has a lot of potential, and is considered to be one of the most promising young players in Dutch football.
Denilho Cleonise made his debut for FC Twente in the Eredivisie in 2016, and has since become a regular in the team. Denilho Cleonise is a fast and highly-skilled player, who is capable of scoring goals from all over the pitch.
Denilho Cleonise is a key part of the Dutch team, and will be looking to help FC Twente reach the top of the Dutch league table this season. Denilho Cleonise is a Dutch international, and has played for the Netherlands at youth level.
Denilho Cleonise is a talented and promising winger, who is sure to develop further into a top-class player. Denilho Cleonise is a young player with a lot of potential, and is well worth watching this season as he looks to establish himself as one of the top Dutch footballers.
39. Julio Pleguezuelo
Defender
Career
- 2003–2004: Atlético Baleares
- 2004–2010: Espanyol
- 2010–2011: Atlético Madrid
- 2011–2013: Barcelona
- 2013–2016: Arsenal
- 2016–2019: Arsenal
- 2016–2017: → Mallorca (loan)
- 2018: → Gimnàstic (loan)
- 2019–: FC Twente
- 2014: Spain U17
- 2014: Spain U18
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2:22, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
Julio Pleguezuelo is a centre back who plays for Twente in the Netherlands. He was born in Palma, Spain in 1997, and started his career with Atlético Baleares in 2003.
He moved to Espanyol in 2004 and played for the club until 2010. He made his international debut for Spain in a friendly against Italy in March 2018. Julio Pleguezuelo is a versatile defender who can play at centre back or right back.
He has represented Spain at under-17, under-19, and under-21 levels. He made his debut for the senior Spain squad in a friendly against Italy in March 2018.
On 10 January 2019, Julio Pleguezuelo was named in Joachim Löw's squad for the 2019 UEFA European Championship.
He has two younger brothers, Máximo and Rubén, who are also footballers. Julio Pleguezuelo was born on July 2nd, 1992 in Madrid, Spain. Pleguezuelo started his senior career with Atlético Madrid in 2010.
He joined Barcelona in 2011 and became a regular in their team. He joined Arsenal in 2013 and helped them win the Premier League in 2016.
Pleguezuelo has also represented Spain at U16, U17, and U18 level. He has retired from professional football and is now a coach. Julio Pleguezuelo is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive or attacking midfielder.
He is known for his accurate passing and his ability to score goals. Pleguezuelo is a good team player and is always willing to help out his teammates.
40. Sem Steijn
Career
- 2009–2011: SV KMD
- 2011–2019: ADO Den Haag
- 2018–2019: → VVV-Venlo (loan)
- 2019: → Al Wahda U21 (loan)
- 2020: Jong ADO Den Haag
- 2020–2022: ADO Den Haag
- 2022–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:50, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
Sem Steijn is a young Dutch midfielder who currently plays for Dutch side Twente. Steijn made his professional debut for Twente in the Eredivisie in 2015 and has since established himself as a key player in the team.
Steijn is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position, and is also capable of scoring goals.
Steijn has represented the Netherlands at youth level, and has also been called up to the national team. Steijn is a promising young player with a bright future, and he is likely to continue to develop at Twente.
Steijn is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Steijn is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is likely to become a leading player in Dutch football.
Steijn is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position, and is also capable of scoring goals. Steijn is a promising young player with a bright future, and he is likely to continue to develop at Twente.
41. Max Bruns
Career
- 2009–2015: MVV '29
- 2016–2021: Twente
- 2021–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 February 2021
Max Bruns is a young midfielder who has been playing for Dutch side Twente since the age of 16. He has been a regular in the Twente first team, and has scored six goals in 87 appearances.
Max is a powerful and skilful player, who is capable of creating chances for his team-mates. He has been called up to the Netherlands national team, and is also a regular for the Under-21 side.
Max is a hard-working player, who is always looking to put in a good performance for his club. He is considered to be one of the brightest young talents in Dutch football, and is sure to make a name for himself in the coming years.
Max is a highly-rated player, and is expected to play a big role for Twente in the future. He is a versatile player, who can play as a midfielder or a forward. Max is a committed player, who is always looking to give his best performance for his team.
42. Daan Rots
Career
- 2012–2021: Twente
- 2021–: Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:53, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
Daan Rots is a winger who is currently playing for PSV Eindhoven. Rots made his professional debut with Jong PSV in the Eerste Divisie in the 2014–15 season.
He made his first team debut for PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie on 13 December 2016 in a game against Feyenoord. Rots has represented the Netherlands at under-19, under-17 and under-15 levels.
In February 2019, Rots was recalled to the Dutch national team for a friendly game against Bulgaria. Rots has also represented his country at the U-17 European Championship in 2014 and the U-20 European Championship in 2016.
Rots was born in Groenlo, Netherlands, and is of Dutch and Surinamese descent. Rots has a twin brother, Arjen, who is also a footballer. Rots is a graduate of the Jong PSV youth academy. Daan Rots is a Dutch footballer who currently plays for Dutch side Twente.
He has spent the majority of his career at Twente, making over 50 appearances and scoring four goals.
Rots made his professional debut in the Eredivisie with Twente in 2012 and has since become a key member of the team. He has been named in the Dutch squad for the 2019 World Cup and played in a friendly against England earlier in the year.
Rots is a versatile footballer who can play anywhere across the back four. He is also a good passer of the ball, able to distribute it quickly and accurately.
Rots is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a defensive effort. He is also a good crosser of the ball, able to put in dangerous crosses to help set up teammates. Rots is a potential Dutch international and is currently the captain of the Dutch U-21 side.
He has ambitions to play for the Netherlands at the senior level and has already made appearances for the team at the U-21 level.
Rots is a young defender with a lot of potential and is already proving himself as one of the best defenders in the Dutch league. He is likely to continue playing for Twente for many years to come.
43. Anass Salah-Eddine
Career
- Blauw-Wit Amsterdam
- RKSV Pancratius
- 2015: Amsterdamsche FC
- 2015–2018: AZ Alkmaar
- 2018–2022: Ajax
- 2020–2022: Jong Ajax
- 2022–: Ajax
- 2022–: → Twente (loan)
- 2017: Netherlands U15
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U16
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U17
- 2019: Netherlands U18
Anass Salah-Eddine is a defender who currently plays for Twente on loan from Ajax. Anass Salah-Eddine played youth football for Blauw-Wit Amsterdam and RKSV Pancratius.
In 2015, he joined Amsterdamsche FC and in 2018 he joined Ajax. Salah-Eddine made his senior debut for Ajax in 2018. Salah-Eddine is 21 years old and 1.79 m tall. Salah-Eddine is a Dutch citizen.
Salah-Eddine is a defender and is currently contracted to Ajax until 2022. Salah-Eddine is a product of Ajax's youth system. Salah-Eddine is a hard-working defender who is expected to make a big impact at Ajax in the future.
Anass Salah-Eddine is a young, promising midfielder who has been performing well for Jong Ajax.
He has represented his country at various youth levels and looks to be on the verge of making an impact at senior level. He has a good range of passing and is able to create chances for his team mates.
He is also defensively sound, making sure that his team keeps clean sheets. He is likely to be a big part of Ajax’s plans for the future.
He is a talent that any team would be lucky to have. He is a player that is likely to develop further in the coming years. He is someone that fans of Ajax should keep an eye on.
44. Issam El Maach
Career
- RKSV MULO
- 2016: VVV-Venlo
- 2016–2017: Vitesse
- 2017–2019: Ajax
- 2018–2020: Jong Ajax
- 2018–2020: Ajax
- 2021–2022: RKC Waalwijk
- 2022–: FC Twente
- 2016: Morocco U17
- 2017: Netherlands U18
- 2018: Morocco U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 May 2019
Issam El Maach is a goalkeeper who currently plays for FC Twente. He made his professional debut in the Eredivisie in 2016. Issam El Maach was born on 1 February 2001 in Heerlen, Netherlands.
El Maach is 1.87 m (6 ft 2 in) tall and has played for RKSV MULO, VVV-Venlo, and Vitesse in his youth career. El Maach has made one appearance for the Netherlands U-17 and three appearances for the Netherlands U-19.
El Maach is a young goalkeeper with a lot of potential and is expected to continue developing in the Eredivisie. Issam El Maach is currently a goalkeeper for FC Twente. Issam El Maach is a Moroccan international footballer who plays for Ajax in the Netherlands.
El Maach started his career with Jong Ajax before joining Ajax in 2018. El Maach has appeared for the Morocco national team on one occasion.
El Maach is a versatile player who can play as a left-back or a winger. El Maach is a key member of Ajax’s young squad and is expected to continue playing for the club for years to come.
El Maach is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. El Maach is a popular figure amongst Ajax supporters, who enjoy watching him play.
El Maach is a talented player who is capable of scoring goals. El Maach is a highly-rated player and is likely to become a household name in the Netherlands in the near future.
45. Alfons Sampsted
Defender
Career
- 2016: Breiðablik
- 2015–2016: Breiðablik
- 2015:Þór Akureyri (loan)
- 2017–2020: IFK Norrköping
- 2017: IF Sylvia (loan)
- 2018: Landskrona BoIS (loan)
- 2019: IF Sylvia (loan)
- 2019: Breiðablik (loan)
- 2020–2022: Bodø/Glimt
- 2023: Twente
- 2014: Iceland U16
- 2014–2015: Iceland U17
- 2015–2016: Iceland U19
- 2017–2020: Iceland U21
- 2020: Iceland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21 November 2022
Alfons Sampsted is a Icelandic footballer who currently plays for Twente. Sampsted made his debut for Breiðablik in the 2015 season and played 17 games for the club.
Sampsted joined Þór Akureyri on loan in the 2016 season and played 9 games. Sampsted is a right back and is known for his crossing ability. Sampsted is on loan at Twente until the end of the season.
Sampsted is a young Icelandic footballer with a lot of potential. Sampsted is a right back who is known for his crossing ability. Sampsted is on loan at Twente until the end of the season. Sampsted is a young Icelandic footballer with a lot of potential.
Alfons Sampsted is a Swedish footballer who currently plays for IF Sylvia. Sampsted made his professional debut in 2017 with IFK Norrköping, before joining Landskrona BoIS on loan in 2018. Sampsted has represented Iceland at U21 level, and has also featured for the national team.
Sampsted is known for his speed and attacking play, and is a key player for IF Sylvia. Sampsted is expected to stay with IF Sylvia for the foreseeable future, and is seen as a promising young player.
Sampsted is set to join Dutch side Twente in the summer of 2020. Sampsted is a talented player with a bright future, and is highly anticipated by fans and pundits alike.
Also Played For: fk bodø/glimt, iceland national football team
46. Sam Luca Karssies
The 23-year-old striker is one of the Netherlands' most promising young talents. He has scored 23 times in all competitions for Twente and was named the Eredivisie's Player of the Year in 2016.
Karssies has also represented his country at youth level and could make his senior debut in the coming months. The Tukkers will be hoping that Karssies can lead them to their first Dutch title in over a decade this season.
Twente play their home games at De Grolsch Veste, which has a capacity of 30,205. The Reds are managed by Paul van der Kraan, who took over from Ron Jans in the summer. Twente's rivals this season are Feyenoord, Ajax, PSV and Feyenoord.
The Tukkers finished seventh in the Eredivisie last season and will be looking to improve on that this year. Twente are one of the Netherlands' most historic clubs, having won the Dutch Cup in 1966 and the Eredivisie in 1988.
47. Ron Jans
Career
- 1976–1983: PEC Zwolle
- 1982–1984: FC Groningen
- 1984–1987: Roda JC
- 1987–1988: Mazda Motors
- 1988–1991: BV Veendam
- 1991–1993: SJS Stadskanaal
- 1993–1996: ACV
- 1996–2000: Achilles 1894
- 2000–2002: BVO Emmen (assistant)
- 2002–2010: FC Groningen
- 2010–2012: SC Heerenveen
- 2012: Standard Liège
- 2013–2017: PEC Zwolle
- 2019–2020: FC Cincinnati
- 2020–: FC Twente
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jans is a former Dutch international striker who played for PEC Zwolle, FC Groningen and FC Twente. Jans is currently the head coach of FC Twente. Jans made his international debut for the Netherlands in 1976 and scored 16 goals in 63 appearances.
Jans is regarded as one of the Netherlands' greatest ever strikers and is the all-time leading scorer for PEC Zwolle.
Jans was a part of the Dutch squad that won the UEFA Euro 1988 and the Dutch Cup in 1988. Jans retired from professional football in 1994 and moved to Spain to play for Atlético Madrid.
Jans made a comeback to professional football in 2000 and signed for FC Twente. Jans played his final professional game for FC Twente in 2001. Jans has since retired from football and is currently a football coach.
Jans was a highly successful manager in the Dutch Eredivisie, winning three league titles and reaching the Dutch Cup final with FC Groningen.
Jans was sacked by FC Twente in February 2019, after a poor start to the season. Jans started his managerial career with SJS Stadskanaal, before moving on to ACV, Achilles 1894, and BVO Emmen.
Jans was appointed manager of FC Groningen in November 2010 and led the club to the Dutch championship in his first season in charge.
Jans was dismissed by FC Groningen in February 2012 after a poor start to the season, but was later appointed manager of SC Heerenveen.
Jans was sacked by Heerenveen in December 2013 after a disappointing run of results. Jans was appointed manager of PEC Zwolle in February 2017 and led the club to the Dutch Cup in his first season in charge.
Jans was sacked by PEC Zwolle in December 2017 after a poor start to the season. Jans was appointed manager of FC Cincinnati in March 2019 and led the club to the U.S. Open Cup Final.
Final Words
FC Twente is a professional football club based in the city of Enschede, Netherlands. Founded in 1892, they are the oldest club in the country and have played in the Dutch Eredivisie since their debut in 1978.
They reached the UEFA Cup quarterfinals in 1987 and the UEFA Cup semi-finals in 2002. The club’s best players include Clarence Seedorf, Ruud Gullit, Patrick Kluivert, Giovanni van Bronckhorst, Wesley Sneijder, and Rafael van der Vaart.
