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Ruud Gullit
Captaining the Netherlands to Euro 1988 and starring in Milan’s European-winning team.
Ballon d’Or · European Championship
- Born
- 1 September 1962
- Birthplace
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Ruud Gullit
Ruud Gullit is a Dutch former footballer and coach who played in attacking, midfield and defensive roles.
Early life
Amsterdam childhood
Grew up playing street football, including with Frank Rijkaard.
Haarlem development
Began his senior career at Haarlem.
Career
- 1979–1987
Dutch clubs
Progressed through Haarlem, Feyenoord and PSV.
- 1987–1994
Milan
Became part of the club’s influential Dutch contingent.
- 1990s
Italy and England
Played for Sampdoria and Chelsea, moving into management.
Achievements
Ballon d’Or
Won the award after his success in Dutch football.
European Championship
Captained the Netherlands and scored in the final.
European Cups
Helped Milan win consecutive titles.
Beyond football
Anti-apartheid stance
Dedicated his Ballon d’Or to Nelson Mandela.
Music and broadcasting
Recorded music and later worked as a football analyst.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗UEFA: Ballon d’Or winners ↗Photo: Barcex. CC BY-SA 4.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
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