Monday, January 6, 2014

Player #66 Arjen Robben (Holland)

Name: Arjen Robben
Age: 29
National Team:  Holland
Team: Bayern Munich
Position: Forward Right Winger

Description of his Game: Arjen is known for attacking from the wing and going to his left as he attacks.  In fact, he does this move so much that everyone knows this!  And yet, he consistently jukes defenders on his way towards the goal.  Arjen is a great passer.  His selfless play is a major reason why the Orange Machine has enjoyed success in recent years.

Arjen Robben's Highlights:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haqgTTpjtt8 











Career News:  Arjen has a wealth of experience on the global stage.  He's played for great teams in England (Chelsea), Spain (Real Madrid) and Germany (Bayern Munich).  He has appeared at Euro 2004, the 2006 World Cup, Euro 2008, the 2010 World Cup and the Euro 2012.  In South Africa 2010, he was nominated for the World Cup Golden Ball, which ultimately went to Diego Forlan. 

Interesting Personal Facts:  Robben speaks fluent Dutch, German, English and Spanish.

Upcoming Matches Where You Can See Him Play:


Holland's National Team, First Round Games in Brazil 2014
June 13th - Spain
June 18th - Australia
June 23rd - Chile
Schedule:  http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/teams/team=43960/index.html

Bayern Munich  (German League, Bundesliga)
January 24th - Borussia M'gladbach
January 29th - VfB Stuttgart
Schedule: http://www.fcbayern.de/en/matches/fixtures-results/bundesliga/

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