Transfer to Ajax
Joins Ajax from Heerenveen and becomes a prolific goalscorer.
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2006 in Netherlands
Explore 7 historical events and records for Netherlands in 2006.
Historical records for Netherlands in 2006
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January
May
Barcelona Champions League Triumph
Guides Barcelona to their second European Cup by defeating Arsenal.
Champions League Winner
Giovanni van Bronckhorst advanced from left-back to support attacks against Arsenal in the 2006 UEFA Champions League final, helping Barcelona win the competition.
June
World Cup Goal Against Serbia and Montenegro
Scores the only goal as the Netherlands defeat Serbia and Montenegro 1-0.
July
Emirates Stadium Testimonial
Features in the testimonial that serves as the first match staged at Emirates Stadium.
August
Transfer to Liverpool
Joins Liverpool and becomes known for his work rate and important goals.
Other events (month unknown)
Drenthe Emerges in Feyenoord First Team
Royston Drenthe develops into a versatile left-sided Feyenoord player, showcasing speed and attacking ambition before his breakthrough on the European youth stage.
How these records were prepared
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