Rafael van der Vaart Dutch Footballer Born in 1983
Rafael van der Vaart · association football player and association football coach · Dutch
Biography
Born on 11 February 1983 in Heemskerk, Rafael van der Vaart is a Dutch footballer. His club career on record includes Netherlands national association football team (2001–2013) and AFC Ajax (2000–2005).
Career
He is registered as a midfielder. He started out at Netherlands national under-17 football team in 1998, according to the records. Beyond Netherlands national under-17 football team, he has played for Netherlands national association football team, AFC Ajax and Hamburger SV. Netherlands national association football team is where he stayed longest, 2001 to 2013. At Netherlands national association football team (2001–2013), his team-mates on record include Ruud van Nistelrooy, Wesley Sneijder and Dirk Kuyt. AFC Ajax team-mates from the same years include Zlatan Ibrahimović, Wesley Sneijder and Thomas Vermaelen.
Recognition
Rafael van der Vaart received the AFC Ajax–player of the year in 2002.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Sylvie Meis (2005 to 2013). He is the father of Damian van der Vaart.
Teams
12 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999 | Netherlands national under-17 football team | Midfielder |
| 1999–2000 | Netherlands national under-19 football team | Midfielder |
| 2000–2005 | AFC Ajax | Midfielder |
| 2000–2001 | Netherlands national under-21 football team | Midfielder |
| 2001–2013 | Netherlands national association football team | Midfielder |
| 2005–2008 | Hamburger SV | Midfielder |
| 2008–2010 | Real Madrid Club de Fútbol | Midfielder |
| 2010–2012 | Tottenham Hotspur F.C. | Midfielder |
| 2012–2015 | Hamburger SV | Midfielder |
| 2015–2016 | Real Betis Balompié | Midfielder |
| 2016–2018 | FC Midtjylland | Midfielder |
| 2018 | Esbjerg fB | Midfielder |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | AFC Ajax–player of the year | Won |
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Rafael van der Vaart Photos
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Rafael van der Vaart?
Rafael van der Vaart is 43 years old, born on 11 February 1983 in Heemskerk.
What is Rafael van der Vaart known for?
Rafael van der Vaart is a midfielder who has played for Netherlands national association football team and AFC Ajax.
How tall is Rafael van der Vaart?
Rafael van der Vaart is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What is Rafael van der Vaart’s nationality?
Rafael van der Vaart is Dutch, born in Heemskerk.
Who has Rafael van der Vaart been married to?
Rafael van der Vaart’s marriages on record are to Sylvie Meis (2005 to 2013).
Has Rafael van der Vaart won any awards?
Yes. Rafael van der Vaart won AFC Ajax–player of the year (2002).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q163974), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Paul Blank · CC BY 2.5
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