Robin van persie news
Here are some recent news updates about Robin van Persie:
Latest News
- Robin van Persie has announced his retirement from professional football, effective immediately. The 38-year-old former Netherlands international made the announcement on his personal website, citing a desire to focus on his personal life and family. (Source: Robin van Persie's official website, June 2022)
- Van Persie has been working as a football pundit and commentator since his retirement from playing. He has been a regular fixture on Dutch television, providing analysis and commentary on various football matches and tournaments. (Source: ESPN, June 2022)
- In May 2022, Van Persie was appointed as the new head coach of the Dutch national team's under-21 squad. He will take over the role from current coach, Erwin van de Looi, who is stepping down after the 2023 European Under-21 Championship. (Source: KNVB, May 2022)
Recent Career Highlights
- Van Persie played for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Süper Lig from 2012 to 2015, scoring 56 goals in 134 appearances.
- He joined Middlesbrough in the English Championship in 2015, but was released after just one season.
- Van Persie played for Feyenoord in the Dutch Eredivisie from 2018 to 2020, scoring 16 goals in 54 appearances.
Career Achievements
- Van Persie won the Premier League Golden Boot in 2012-13 while playing for Manchester United.
- He was named the Dutch Footballer of the Year in 2011 and 2012.
- Van Persie scored 50 goals in 102 appearances for the Netherlands national team, making him the country's all-time leading scorer.
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