Israel, born in 1942, began his professional career at DWS, winning the second division championship and later the Eredivisie title with Ajax. He won three more league titles and a Dutch Cup with Feyenoord, and in 1970 became the first Dutch player to lift the European Cup as captain. He was named Dutch Footballer of the Year in 1970 and 1975, winning the Intercontinental Cup and UEFA Cup with his team. He also represented the Dutch national team 47 times, contributing to their silver medal at the 1974 World Cup. Teljes cikk (Index.hu)