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3 unusual facts about Gert Verheyen


Gert Verheyen

In 1992 Verheyen signed with Club Brugge KV, where he would remain for the next 14 years, rarely missing a game and netting in double digits in ten of those campaigns, with the side collecting four leagues and two cups.

Belgian Cup: 1988–89, 1994–95, 1995–96, 2001–02, 2003–04; Runner-up 1997–98, 2004–05

Born in Hoogstraten, Antwerp, Verheyen started playing professionally with Lierse SK, scoring 10 Belgian Second Division goals in his two season-spell, as he was not yet aged 18.


Pável Pardo

Referee Hugh Dallas was criticised for his actions during the game after he also sent off team mate Gert Verheyen.


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