About Martin van Geel
Born 1960. Martin van Geel is a Dutch association football player.
Martin van Geel (born 27 November 1960 in Goirle) is a Dutch retired footballer who was active as a midfielder.
Playing career Club Born in Goirle to a car mechanic and a cleaning lady, Van Geel started playing football at hometown club VOAB and made his professional debut on at 24 August 1977 Willem II, and also played for Ajax, Roda JC and Feyenoord.
International Van Geel was capped once by the Netherlands national under-21 football team.
TD career After his playing career ended, Van Geel moved into the front offices of a number of Dutch football clubs, holding technical director positions at AZ, Ajax, Roda JC, Feyenoord, and most recently Willem II, which earned promotion back into the Eredivisie in 2024 under Van Geel's stewardship.
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Who is Martin van Geel?
Dutch footballer
When was Martin van Geel born?
Martin van Geel was born on 27 November 1960 in Goirle.
What is Martin van Geel's occupation?
Martin van Geel is an association football player.
What nationality is Martin van Geel?
Martin van Geel is Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Martin van Geel. https://biography.guide/martin-van-geel/
MLA: "Martin van Geel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/martin-van-geel/.
Chicago: "Martin van Geel." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/martin-van-geel/.
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