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Feyenoord Legend Rinus Israël Passes Away at 83

7/1/2025

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Feyenoord legend Rinus Israël has passed away at the age of 83. A trailblazer, he became the first Dutchman to win the European Cup I with Feyenoord in 1970, securing three national championships. With 47 caps for the Netherlands, his legacy extended into coaching, leading teams like Dinamo Bucharest and ADO Den Haag.

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Feyenoord legend Rinus Israël has passed away at the age of 83. A trailblazer, he became the first Dutchman to win the European Cup I with Feyenoord in 1970, securing three national championships. With 47 caps for the Netherlands, his legacy extended into coaching, leading teams like Dinamo Bucharest and ADO Den Haag.