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Bob Maaskant

1938 – 2026

Dutch association football manager

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About Bob Maaskant

Lived 1938 – 2026 (aged 88). Bob Maaskant was a Dutch association football coach.

Gerbrand "Bob" Maaskant (15 March 1938 – 29 June 2026) was a Dutch football manager.

Career Born in Rotterdam, Maaskant played football for and before moving to the United States. He re-entered football after returning to the Netherlands in 1964, working as a physio for Excelsior, before working as both a physio and assistant manager at NAC Breda two years later. He later worked as an assistant manager at Holland Sport, before becoming the manager of .

After managing SVV Schiedam between 1973 and 1975, he joined NAC Breda, where he was the manager until 1977. While there, he also helped pioneer 'Avondje NAC', a concept which still remains in Dutch football.

In 1984, he came back to NAC, where he coached until stepping down in 1986 due to knee problems.

Personal life and death Bob's brother Hans worked as a journalist for Dutch newspaper Rotterdams Nieuwsblad. His son, Robert, was also a football manager.

Maaskant died on 29 June 2026, at the age of 88.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bob Maaskant?

Dutch association football manager

When was Bob Maaskant born?

Bob Maaskant was born on 15 March 1938 in Rotterdam.

When did Bob Maaskant die?

Bob Maaskant died on 29 June 2026.

What was Bob Maaskant's occupation?

Bob Maaskant was an association football coach.

What nationality was Bob Maaskant?

Bob Maaskant was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bob Maaskant

· Wikidata: Q27768122

· DBpedia: Bob Maaskant

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