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Vitesse Loses License, Ending 133-Year Football Legacy

8/8/2025

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Vitesse, the historic second oldest professional football club in the Netherlands, faces a heartbreaking setback as it loses its professional license due to repeated violations of licensing regulations. This court ruling in Utrecht marks the end of an era, closing the chapter on 133 years of professional football, while the club now seeks a new path forward in Arnhem.

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Story summary

Vitesse, the historic second oldest professional football club in the Netherlands, faces a heartbreaking setback as it loses its professional license due to repeated violations of licensing regulations. This court ruling in Utrecht marks the end of an era, closing the chapter on 133 years of professional football, while the club now seeks a new path forward in Arnhem.