Bob Jongen

Bob Jongen (14 May 1927 – 1 January 2023) was a German-born Dutch footballer, who played as a striker.

Jongen was born in Aachen, Germany, but grew up in the Dutch town of Kerkrade. He played with Roda JC, Alemannia Aachen, Fortuna 54 and Roda Sport. During his time in Aachen, he also obtained his training diploma at the Sports College in Cologne. After his career he was a scout and referee supervisor at Roda JC. He also owned a hotel and dance hall Le Caveau in Geleen.

In 2018, Jongen told his story in the program Lex ontmoet… at RTV Parkstad.

Jongen died on 1 January 2023, at the age of 95.

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Newspaper image (1961)
Newspaper image (1967)

Category:Dutch footballers
Category:1927 births
Category:2023 deaths
Category:People from Aachen
Category:Place of death missing