Ruud Krol: Biography, Facts and Career
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Rudolf Jozef "Ruud" (or "Rudi") Krol (Dutch pronunciation: [ryt ˈkrɔl]; born 24 March 1949) is a Dutch former professional footballer who was capped 83 times for the Netherlands national team. Most of his career he played for his home town club, Ajax. He became a coach after retirement. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time, Krol mainly played as a sweeper or left-back, though he could play anywhere across the back line, or in midfield as a defensive midfielder, due to his range of passing with both feet, temperament, tactical intelligence, and his ability to start attacking plays after winning back the ball.
Quick facts about Ruud Krol
- Full name: Ruud Krol
- Born: 1949-03-24
- Nationality: Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q313180
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Who is Ruud Krol?
Rudolf Jozef "Ruud" (or "Rudi") Krol (Dutch pronunciation: [ryt ˈkrɔl]; born 24 March 1949) is a Dutch former professional footballer who was capped 83 times for the Netherlands national team.
What nationality is Ruud Krol?
Ruud Krol is Kingdom of the Netherlands.
When was Ruud Krol born?
Ruud Krol was born on 1949-03-24.
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