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Jan Diddens

1906 – 1972

Belgian footballer

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Lived 1906 – 1972 (aged 65). Jan Diddens was a Belgian association football player.

Jan Diddens is a Belgian footballer, born 14 September 1906 in Mechelen (Belgium), died 31 July 1972.

Striker for Racing malinois and Belgium, he played two matches in the Olympic tournament in 1928 in Amsterdam, and two matches at the first World Cup in 1930 in Montevideo.

Honours International from 1926 to 1930 (23 caps, 2 goals) Participation in the 1928 Olympic Games (2 matches) Participation in the 1930 World Cup (2 matches) Promotion to D1 in 1925 with K.R.C. Mechelen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jan Diddens?

Belgian footballer (1906-1972)

When was Jan Diddens born?

Jan Diddens was born on 14 September 1906 in Mechelen.

When did Jan Diddens die?

Jan Diddens died on 21 July 1972 in Mechelen.

What was Jan Diddens's occupation?

Jan Diddens was an association football player.

What nationality was Jan Diddens?

Jan Diddens was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jan Diddens

· Wikidata: Q219361

· DBpedia: Jan Diddens

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