Death of Pim Fortuyn
Death of Pim Fortuyn
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
2002 in Netherlands
Explore 8 historical events and records for Netherlands in 2002.
Historical records for Netherlands in 2002
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May
UEFA Cup Victory
Wins the UEFA Cup with Feyenoord after the club defeats Borussia Dortmund in the final in Rotterdam.
June
World Cup Semi-Final
Guides South Korea to the World Cup semi-final, becoming the first Dutch coach to take an Asian nation that far.
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.
December
Ajax First-Team Debut
Makes his Ajax first-team debut after progressing through the club's academy.
Other events (month unknown)
Transfer to PSV
Joins PSV and becomes one of the most dangerous attacking players in the Eredivisie.
Van Hooijdonk UEFA Cup Final Free Kicks
Pierre van Hooijdonk scores twice against Borussia Dortmund, including a free kick, as Feyenoord wins the 2002 UEFA Cup final in its own stadium.
Van Marwijk Wins UEFA Cup in Rotterdam
Bert van Marwijk coaches Feyenoord to the UEFA Cup title after defeating Borussia Dortmund at De Kuip, bringing the trophy to the city for the second time.
How these records were prepared
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