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Clarence Seedorf is a former professional football manager and player, widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time. Born on April 1, 1976, in Paramaribo, Suriname, Seedorf had a distinguished career spanning over two decades, playing for several top-tier clubs and representing the Netherlands on numerous occasions. Here is a timeline of his significant events, periods, and milestones.
Main Milestones
1 April 1976
Birth
Clarence Seedorf was born in Paramaribo, Suriname. He moved to Almere, Flevoland, at the age of two and grew up in a footballing family.
1982-1983
Early Football Career
Seedorf began his football career at the age of six in the youth ranks of VV AS '80 and later moved to Real Almere.
1986-1992
Ajax Youth Academy
Seedorf joined the Ajax Youth Academy, where he developed his skills and was part of a talented group of players that included Frank and Ronald de Boer, Edgar Davids, and Patrick Kluivert.
29 November 1992
Professional Debut
Seedorf made his professional debut for Ajax against Groningen at the age of 16 years and 242 days, becoming the youngest-ever debutant for Ajax at the time.
1995
First UEFA Champions League Title
Seedorf won his first UEFA Champions League title with Ajax, defeating AC Milan in the final.
1996-2000
Real Madrid
Seedorf signed with Real Madrid and won his second UEFA Champions League title in 1998. He played a major role in the team's success during his tenure.
2002-2012
AC Milan
Seedorf joined AC Milan and won two more UEFA Champions League titles in 2003 and 2007. He became the first player to win the Champions League with three different clubs.
2004
FIFA 100 Selection
Seedorf was chosen by Pelé as part of the FIFA 100, a list of the greatest living footballers.
2012-2014
Botafogo
Seedorf signed with Brazilian club Botafogo and won the 2013 Campeonato Carioca. He announced his retirement from professional football in January 2014.
16 January 2014
Managerial Career
Seedorf was appointed as the head coach of AC Milan, marking the beginning of his managerial career.
2018-2019
Cameroon National Team
Seedorf was appointed as the manager of the Cameroon national team but was sacked in July 2019 after a disappointing 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Brief
Known For
Professional soccer player and manager.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 1 April 1976.
Born Place: Paramaribo, Suriname.
Career
Current occupation: Former professional football manager and player.
Past occupations: Professional football player, manager for AC Milan, Shenzhen, Deportivo La Coruña, and Cameroon national team.
Previous Place of Work: Ajax, Sampdoria, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, AC Milan, Botafogo, Shenzhen, Deportivo La Coruña, Cameroon national team.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Dutch Football Talent of the Year (1993, 1994), UEFA Team of the Year (2002, 2007), UEFA Best Midfielder Award (2006–07), FIFPro World XI Nominee (2007), Real Madrid Team of the Century (2008), Bola de Prata (2013), AC Milan Hall of Fame.
Skills
Professional football skills, management skills.
Languages
Languages Spoken: Dutch, possibly other languages due to international career.
Accent: Dutch.
Appearance and Personal Traits
Height: 1.77 m.
Lifestyle
Past Sport Activity and Training Regime: Professional football training.
Family
Parents: Johann Seedorf (father), no information on mother.
Siblings: Jürgen Seedorf, Chedric Seedorf (brothers).
Seedorf won the 2013 Campeonato Carioca with Botafogo.
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