A member of the Generation X generation, Pierre van Hooijdonk was born in 1969 in Steenbergen and went on to become a celebrated Association football coach.
Dutch footballer (born 1969)
"His most defining career moment came in 2002 when he captained Feyenoord to a memorable UEFA Cup victory." β About Pierre van Hooijdonk
| Metric | Pierre van Hooijdonk | Avg Association football coach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 56 | 56 | same |
| Height | 193cm (6'4") | 174cm | +19cm |
| Career length | 38 yrs | ~35 yrs | +3 yrs |
| Based on 470 Association football coach profiles in our database | |||
Did you know that despite his prolific scoring, Pierre van Hooijdonk never won the Dutch Eredivisie title?
His most defining career moment came in 2002 when he captained Feyenoord to a memorable UEFA Cup victory. Van Hooijdonk scored the opening goal in the 3-2 final win against Borussia Dortmund, capping off a tournament where he was also the top scorer.
Pierre van Hooijdonk is widely remembered as a free-kick specialist and a formidable striker who achieved success across multiple European leagues. His ability to score crucial goals made him a fan favorite at several clubs.
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