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Niels Wellenberg

b. 1982

Dutch footballer

Association football player
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About Niels Wellenberg

Born 1982. Niels Wellenberg is a Dutch association football player.

Niels Wellenberg (; born 9 August 1982) is a Dutch former professional footballer.

Career Both comfortable playing defender and midfielder, Wellenberg was born in Deventer and made his debut in the professional football squad of Go Ahead Eagles in the 2001–02 season. Before, he had played amateur football with Rohda Raalte. He joined Twente in 2004.

On 13 July 2009, it was announced that Wellenberg had signed a three-year deal with NEC. In Nijmegen, he often struggled with injuries. After his contract with NEC was not extended, Wellenberg announced his retirement from professional football in 2012.

Honours Twente UEFA Intertoto Cup co-winner: 2006

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Important facts

Born
9 August 1982, Deventer
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Niels Wellenberg?

Dutch footballer

When was Niels Wellenberg born?

Niels Wellenberg was born on 9 August 1982 in Deventer.

What is Niels Wellenberg's occupation?

Niels Wellenberg is an association football player.

What nationality is Niels Wellenberg?

Niels Wellenberg is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Niels Wellenberg

· Wikidata: Q441513

· DBpedia: Niels Wellenberg

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