1998
Transfer to PSV
Joins PSV from Heerenveen and develops into one of Europe's leading centre-forwards.
Football player and manager history
Ruud van Nistelrooy
Explore 8 football history records associated with Ruud van Nistelrooy, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1999
Eredivisie Top Scorer
Finishes as the Eredivisie's leading scorer during his prolific spell with PSV.
2001
Transfer to Manchester United
Joins Manchester United after recovering from a serious knee injury.
2002 June
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Collects the UEFA Champions League leading-scorer distinction after scoring 10 goals for Manchester United. The award recognises his effectiveness in Champions League matches after joining United.
2003 May
Golden Boot Premier League
Collects the Premier League leading-scorer distinction after scoring 25 goals for Manchester United. The award recognises scoring crucial league goals as Manchester United reclaimed the title.
2003 May
Premier League Title
Wins the Premier League with Manchester United and finishes the season as the league's leading scorer.
2003 June
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Finishes as the leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League with 12 goals for Manchester United. The campaign is particularly remembered for breaking down opponents with close-range finishing and intelligent movement.
2005 June
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Claims the UEFA Champions League top-scorer award with 8 goals while representing Manchester United. The season is distinguished by remaining the tournament’s leading scorer even as United exited in the knockout rounds.