Ben Rienstra

Ben Rienstra (; born 5 June 1990) is a Dutch former professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.

He formerly played for Heracles Almelo, PEC Zwolle, AZ, Heerenveen, Willem II, Fortuna Sittard and SC Cambuur, before retiring after a spell at DETO. He has played over 300 Eredivisie matches, and has played in the UEFA Europa League.

Career

On 4 May 2014, Rienstra was announced at PEC Zwolle on a two year contract.

On 27 August 2015, Rienstra was announced at AZ Alkmaar on a five year contract. He scored his first European goal against Zenit Saint Petersburg on 8 December 2016, scoring in the 7th minute.

In 2017, Rienstra was announced on a one year loan at Willem II.

On 15 August 2018, Rienstra was announced at SC Heerenveen on a three year contract.

On 8 August 2019, Rienstra was announced at Kayserispor on a two year contract.

On 1 September 2020, Rienstra was announced at Fortuna Sittard on a three year contract. On 9 July 2021, Rienstra was temporarily absent from training after medical tests revealed heart problems.

On 23 January 2023, Rienstra announced he was training with SC Cambuur. On 27 January 2023, Rienstra was announced at SC Cambuur on a permanent transfer.

In 2023, Rienstra was playing for playing for amateur team DETO, and revealed he missed out on signing for Deportivo de La Coruña.

Rienstra finished his career with over 300 Eredivisie appearances, and over 400 career appearances.

Coaching career

After retiring, Rienstra was interning at the FC Twente and Heracles Almelo youth academy.

In July 2025, Rienstra was in talks with clubs to sign on as a youth coach.

Personal life

In October 2017, Rienstra's son and daughter became seriously ill, but they recovered.

His brother is professional football player Daan Rienstra.

Honours Club PEC Zwolle Johan Cruyff Shield: 2014