Feyenoord 1 EN11 October 2026 14:51

Henk van der Bijl (101) has passed away

Feyenoord is deeply saddened by the passing of Henk van der Bijl. The goalkeeper, who played 210 games for Feyenoord in the 1940s and 1950s, was the oldest living Feyenoord player. Van der Bijl lived to be 101 years old.

On March 24, 2025, Van der Bijl turned 100. As the oldest living Feyenoord player, he was honored extensively by the club. He passed away last night at the age of 101.

Feyenoord extends its deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones during this time of loss. The club has opened an online condolence register so that fans can express their sympathies.