About Luciano van den Berg
Lived 1984 – 2005 (aged 21). Luciano van den Berg was a Dutch association football player.
Death In the early hours of 18 September 2005, two days after his league debut, Van den Berg lost control of his car on the A6 motorway near his parental home in Almere Stad. He collided with a stationary vehicle and was killed instantly. A close friend of Dutch international Nigel de Jong, Van den Berg was 21 years old at the time of his death.
His funeral took place on 23 September 2005, the same day Telstar were scheduled to play De Graafschap. The match was postponed to the following Monday to allow for the ceremony, during which De Jong delivered a eulogy. Prior to kickoff in the rescheduled match, a minute of silence was held, followed by a tribute from De Graafschap's supporters group, the Spinnekop.
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Who was Luciano van den Berg?
Dutch football player (1984-2005)
When was Luciano van den Berg born?
Luciano van den Berg was born on 22 June 1984 in Amsterdam.
When did Luciano van den Berg die?
Luciano van den Berg died on 18 September 2005 in Almere.
What was Luciano van den Berg's occupation?
Luciano van den Berg was an association football player.
What nationality was Luciano van den Berg?
Luciano van den Berg was Dutch.
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