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Gustaaf Eeckeman

1918 – 1975

Belgian footballer

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About Gustaaf Eeckeman

Lived 1918 – 1975 (aged 56). Gustaaf Eeckeman was a Belgian association football player.

Gustaaf "Staftje" Eeckeman (28 November 1918 – 29 March 1975) was a Belgian football left winger.

Career Eeckeman was born in Bruges. He joined Cercle Brugge as a youth player in 1928, much to the despair of his family, who all supported Cercle rivals Club Brugge.

Eeckeman made his debut at the highest level of Belgian football in 1934, in a 3–0 win over White Star AC, one of the predecessors of the current FC Brussels. However, his debut was overshadowed by a heavy injury, which left him a long rehabilitation. Eeckeman was only 16 then. At Cercle, he was also infamous for his smoking habits before and after the match.

Staftje Eeckeman was called up for Belgium for the first time in 1940, only a few months before World War II. He received his first of two caps on 17 March, in a 7–1 win against the Netherlands.

When Cercle relegated in 1946, Eeckeman signed with SK Roeselare. However, he left already one season later, when AA Gent offered him a contract and a job as police officer. He ended his career with AS Oostende and a lower league side, Sint-Joris Sportief. He died in his home city of Bruges.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gustaaf Eeckeman?

Belgian footballer (1918-1975)

When was Gustaaf Eeckeman born?

Gustaaf Eeckeman was born on 28 November 1918 in Bruges.

When did Gustaaf Eeckeman die?

Gustaaf Eeckeman died on 29 March 1975 in Bruges.

What was Gustaaf Eeckeman's occupation?

Gustaaf Eeckeman was an association football player.

What nationality was Gustaaf Eeckeman?

Gustaaf Eeckeman was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gustaaf Eeckeman

· Wikidata: Q3121178

· DBpedia: Gustaaf Eeckeman

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