Edson Braafheid: Biography, Facts and Career
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Edson René Braafheid (born 8 April 1983) is a Dutch former professional footballer who currently works as a player representative at the Tevreden Group. Braafheid started his career as a defender with Eredivisie side Utrecht in 2003, before moving on to FC Twente in 2007 on a free transfer. He was signed by German Bundesliga club Bayern Munich in 2009 for €2 million. After failing to break into the team during the first half of the season Braafheid moved on loan to Scottish Premier League club Celtic, in order to increase his chances of playing in the 2010 FIFA World Cup with Holland. After a few appearances at the start of the 2011–12 season for Bayern, Braafheid moved to fellow Bundesliga club Hoffenheim. Braafheid has played for the U-21 and full Netherlands team. Braafheid was called up to the Netherlands squad for the 2008 Summer Olympics, however, due to Twente's European matches early in the season he couldn't go. He was also called up to the squad for the 2010 World Cup and made a substitute appearance in the final.
Quick facts about Edson Braafheid
- Full name: Edson Braafheid
- Born: 1983-04-08
- Nationality: Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q210919
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Who is Edson Braafheid?
Edson René Braafheid (born 8 April 1983) is a Dutch former professional footballer who currently works as a player representative at the Tevreden Group. Braafheid started his career as a defender with Eredivisie side Utrecht in 2003, before moving on to FC Twente in 2007 on a free transfer.
What nationality is Edson Braafheid?
Edson Braafheid is Kingdom of the Netherlands.
When was Edson Braafheid born?
Edson Braafheid was born on 1983-04-08.
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