About Jean Capelle
Lived 1913 – 1977 (aged 63). Jean Capelle was a Belgian association football player.
Jean Capelle (26 October 1913 – 20 February 1977) was a Belgian international footballer who played professionally as a striker for Standard Liège, scoring 245 goals in 285 appearances between 1929 and 1944. Capelle made his international debut in 1931, aged 17 years and 153 days. He also played at the 1934 FIFA World Cup as well as the 1938 FIFA World Cup.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jean Capelle?
Belgian association football player (1913-1977)
When was Jean Capelle born?
Jean Capelle was born on 26 October 1913 in Liège.
When did Jean Capelle die?
Jean Capelle died on 20 February 1977 in Liège.
What was Jean Capelle's occupation?
Jean Capelle was an association football player.
What nationality was Jean Capelle?
Jean Capelle was Belgian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jean Capelle (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean Capelle. https://biography.guide/jean-capelle/
MLA: "Jean Capelle." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jean-capelle/.
Chicago: "Jean Capelle." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jean-capelle/.
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