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GroningenEerste Divisie of Netherlands Coach: Lukkien Captain: BacunaStadium: Euroborg (22579)

10 May

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Van Dijk on playing against Arne Slot in Eredivisie in 2013: 'He came on, we won'

Van Dijk on playing against Arne Slot in Eredivisie in 2013: 'He came on, we won'

Back in 2013, up-and-coming defender Virgil van Dijk and seasoned midfielder Arne Slot locked horns in an Eredivisie game between Groningen and Zwolle.Fast forward 11 years and the two Dutchmen will be reunited at Liverpool — the centre-back a captain, the former midfielder a manager.

9 days ago

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Why Arne Slot arrival at Liverpool is very special for Virgil van Dijk

Why Arne Slot arrival at Liverpool is very special for Virgil van Dijk

This may sound surprising, but there was a time Virgil van Dijk played against future Liverpool manager Arne Slot!In February 2013, the two faced each other in the Eredivisie clash between Groningen and Zwolle. Van Dijk was Groningen's starting centre-back while Slot came on as an impact sub in the second half.

12 days ago

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Cristiano Ronaldo to play in Tajikistan & 2 more under-radar stories at Man United today

Cristiano Ronaldo to play in Tajikistan & 2 more under-radar stories at Man United today

Ronaldo heading to Central AsiaThe AFC Champions League group stage draw was held on Thursday with many Saudi Arabian clubs set to compete following their summer spending sprees.Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr were drawn Persepolis (Iran), Al Duhail (Qatar) and Istiklol (Tajikistan), setting up quite a travel schedule for the Portuguese forward.

Manchester United

9 months ago

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Sofyan Amrabat 'training on his own' & 4 more under-radar stories at Man United

Sofyan Amrabat 'training on his own' & 4 more under-radar stories at Man United

Man United's warmup kit named among the worstExperts at ESPN FC have rated Manchester United's warmup kit for the 2023/24 campaign — made by Adidas — as one of the worst in Europe.They wrote: "Man United have used the Red Devil on their club crest to create a swirly, jumbled pattern but the result is a blurry, smudged mess.

Manchester United

9 months ago

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'A period I'll cherish forever': Van Dijk reveals how old dishwasher job keeps him humble

'A period I'll cherish forever': Van Dijk reveals how old dishwasher job keeps him humble

Virgil van Dijk has revealed that he used to work as a dishwasher during his teenage years to help him financially.He told the Overlap: “I was 16 or 17 and I didn’t have a contract at the time.

1 year ago

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Suarez rates his career at Barca on a scale from 1 to 10

Suarez rates his career at Barca on a scale from 1 to 10

In his interview with Marca, Luis Suarez was asked to rate his career at Barcelona on a scale from 1 to 10."Twelve.

1 year ago

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Antony slammed as 'very unprofessional' after forcing Ajax exit for United move

Antony slammed as 'very unprofessional' after forcing Ajax exit for United move

Antony has been criticized by former Groningen general manager Hans Nijland for forcing Ajax to sell him to Man United late in the summer transfer window.The Dutchman told Voetbal Premier podcast: “We all understand that players can earn a lot more money at Manchester United than at Ajax, but you signed a contract with your full mind.

Manchester United

1 year ago

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Giroud arrives in Italy for AC Milan medical & 3 more big stories you might've missed

Giroud arrives in Italy for AC Milan medical & 3 more big stories you might've missed

Giroud arrives in Italy for AC Milan medicalThe striker is expected to sign a two-year deal with the Serie A club in the coming days if not hours.Guehi set for permanent Crystal Palace moveChelsea are reportedly set to earn around £20m while the deal would also include a sell-on clause as well as matching rights on a future move, as per The Athletic.

2 years ago

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Team's best footballers in Eerste Divisie of Netherlands

Goals

Postema

Romano Postema18

Thom van Bergen9

Valente

Luciano Valente7

Assists

Valente

Luciano Valente7

Bacuna

Leandro Bacuna6

Peersman

Marvin Peersman6

Duel won

Rente

Peersman

Marvin Peersman216

Hove

Chances created

Hove

Valente

Luciano Valente45

Duarte

Clean sheets

Jurjus

Verrips

Michael Verrips3

Former Blue Arjen Robben officially retires from football

Former Blue Arjen Robben officially retires from football

Former Blue Arjen Robben has officially retired from football after his last spell with FC Groningen, the club he started his career with.Robben played 20 seasons at the top level, spending 3 years with Chelsea from the 2004-05 to the 06-07 season, winning 2 Premier Leagues and one FA Cup during his time here.

2 years ago

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'Might not possess Messi's skills but I'm a lot cheaper': Finland captain's hilarious reaction to Leo being jobless

'Might not possess Messi's skills but I'm a lot cheaper': Finland captain's hilarious reaction to Leo being jobless

"As a matter of fact, I will also become a free agent in a couple of hours. Gonna keep my phone on just in case.

2 years ago

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How is Ronald Koeman spending his summer? You asked, we answered

How is Ronald Koeman spending his summer? You asked, we answered

What's our head coach up to these days?There've been a few really memorable episodes in the life of Ronald Koeman over the past few weeks. Let's take a look.

2 years ago

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Arjen Robben cries in front of cameras after returning to football pitch and being asked about Euro 2021

Arjen Robben cries in front of cameras after returning to football pitch and being asked about Euro 2021

In case you forgot Arjen Robben, he still plays football at Dutch side Groningen where he launched his professional career.On Sunday, the legendary Dutchman made his first starting appearance after being injured for 7 months – and notched 2 assists in a 4-0 win over Emmen.

3 years ago

Only 2 players from Jose Mourinho's first Chelsea squad still playing – here's who and where

Only 2 players from Jose Mourinho's first Chelsea squad still playing – here's who and where

In the 2004/05 campaign, Jose Mourinho took the Premier League by storm, helping Chelsea win their first league title in 50 years. Not only that, the Blues conceded just 15 goals throughout the campaign.

3 years ago

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Zidane, Ronaldinho and more: top 5 players Sir Alex Ferguson almost signed for Man United

Zidane, Ronaldinho and more: top 5 players Sir Alex Ferguson almost signed for Man United

Alan Shearer Shearer could actually be the only person in world football to turn down Manchester United not once, but twice: in 1992 and 1996. Instead, the Englishman opted to sign for Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United respectively.

Manchester United

3 years ago

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'Look, you’re not going to be here long so enjoy yourself': Ex-Celtic boss Lennon couldn't believe Van Dijk cost them peanuts

'Look, you’re not going to be here long so enjoy yourself': Ex-Celtic boss Lennon couldn't believe Van Dijk cost them peanuts

"I was really surprised no one came in earlier for him [Van Dijk] when he was at Celtic. After one day I pulled him in after training and said, 'Look you’re not going to be here long so enjoy yourself'…he was just that good," Former Celtic manager Neil Lennon told BT Sports.

3 years ago

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Official: Barca B talent Reis joins Osnabruck on loan

Official: Barca B talent Reis joins Osnabruck on loan

3 years ago

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Robben breaks Van Persie's heartwarming, peculiar Eredivisie record with his first Groningen game

Robben breaks Van Persie's heartwarming, peculiar Eredivisie record with his first Groningen game

3 years ago

Robben rolls back years by scoring his first goal for Groningen after coming out of retirement

Robben rolls back years by scoring his first goal for Groningen after coming out of retirement

3 years ago

Tahith Chong scores absolute beauty for Werder Bremen in pre-season friendly vs Eredivisie side Groningen (video)

Tahith Chong scores absolute beauty for Werder Bremen in pre-season friendly vs Eredivisie side Groningen (video)

Manchester United

3 years ago

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Arjen Robben plays first game after coming out of retirement to join hometown side

Arjen Robben plays first game after coming out of retirement to join hometown side

3 years ago

About the team

Chief confirms Wesley Sneijder in talks with Utrecht as Dutchman considering sensational return to football

Chief confirms Wesley Sneijder in talks with Utrecht as Dutchman considering sensational return to football

3 years ago

Fans dream of Robben-Ribery reunion at Groningen after robbery put Frenchman's Fiorentina future in doubt

Fans dream of Robben-Ribery reunion at Groningen after robbery put Frenchman's Fiorentina future in doubt

3 years ago

Dutch club Groningen enjoy massive financial boost after Arjen Robben comeback from retirement

Dutch club Groningen enjoy massive financial boost after Arjen Robben comeback from retirement

Former Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid winger Arjen Robben recently took the football world by surprise with his announcement of a shock comeback from retirement with his first professional club FC Groningen.It was almost exactly 12 months ago back in July 2019 when the Dutchman stated that he was hanging his boots after an illustrious professional career that stretched over almost two decades.

3 years ago

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'I couldn't believe there was no English interest': Celtic boss Neil Lennon recalls signing Van Dijk from Groningen in 2013

'I couldn't believe there was no English interest': Celtic boss Neil Lennon recalls signing Van Dijk from Groningen in 2013

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Celtic boss Neil Lennon opens up on his first impressions when he signed Virgil van Dijk from Groningen in 2015."He was Rio Ferdinand in the making," Lennon says.

3 years ago

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'At Groningen, nobody believed in him or looked at him as top defender': Dutch legend Jaap Stam on Van Dijk

'At Groningen, nobody believed in him or looked at him as top defender': Dutch legend Jaap Stam on Van Dijk

Famous Dutch defender Jaap Stam has heaped praise on his compatriot Virgil van Dijk saying Virgil's progress since his early playing days in the Netherlands has been immense.Speaking to ESPN, the former Man United man said: "It’s very good to see another Dutch defender going to that height and developing himself a certain way.

4 years ago

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Virgil van Dijk makes wonderful gesture to help his former club Groningen

Virgil van Dijk makes wonderful gesture to help his former club Groningen

The Eredivisie has been ended early based on the placings from when the season was suspended in March, with Virgil van Dijk's old club Groningen finishing ninth.The Dutch national team captain made his professional debut with the club, and he has now taken a small step to the help team out during these tough times when the return of football in his country is uncertain.

4 years ago

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Eerste Divisie of Netherlands Table

Eerste Divisie of Netherlands

Team

PM

1

Willem II Tilburg

7938

2

7538

3

Roda JC Kerkrade

7538

4

6938

5

6338

6

6338

7

5738

8

5638

9

5638

10

5638

11

5138

12

4838

13

4738

14

4338

15

4038

16

4038

17

3538

18

3438

19

3338

20

2638

Goals

Assists

RC

YC

Player		G
Henk Veerman	ADO Den Haag	23
Maartijn Kaars	Helmond Sport	21
Milan Smit	Cambuur	19
Romano Postema	Groningen	18
Dailon Rocha Livramento do Rosario	MVV Maastricht	16

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