2002
Ajax First-Team Debut
Makes his Ajax first-team debut after progressing through the club's academy.
Football player and manager history
Wesley Sneijder
Explore 25 football history records associated with Wesley Sneijder, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
2005
Dutch Cup Final Playmaking Role
Wesley Sneijder emerges as Ajax's primary midfield passer, producing long-range shooting and precise set pieces during his final full seasons at the club.
2007
Transfer to Real Madrid
Joins Real Madrid from Ajax and wins the Spanish league in his first season.
2009
Transfer to Inter Milan
Joins Inter Milan and becomes the creative centre of the team that wins the 2010 treble.
2010
International Caps
Scores the winning goal against Brazil in the 2010 World Cup quarter-final as the Netherlands reach the semi-finals.
2010 April 20th
Barcelona Semi-Final Goal
Scores Inter's equaliser in a 3-1 first-leg victory over defending champions Barcelona.
2010 May 22nd
Champions League Winner
Wesley Sneijder created Inter's opening goal with a pass to Diego Milito in the 2010 UEFA Champions League final, helping Inter Milan win the competition.
2010 July 2nd
Two Goals Against Brazil
Scores twice as the Netherlands eliminate Brazil in the quarter-finals.
2010 July 11th
World Cup Final
Starts for the Netherlands in the World Cup final against Spain after scoring five goals during the tournament.