Biography
Who is Jill Roord?
Early life
Jill Roord was born in Oldenzaal in the eastern province of Overijssel, Netherlands. As a young child, she spent her time playing football outside with boys, her friends, and her brothers. She joined a club for the first time at age five and progressed through the youth teams after starting her career at FC Twente.
She grew up in a sports-oriented family. Her father, René Roord, is a former Dutch footballer and a technical manager for FC Twente women, while her mother played basketball. During her childhood, her football idol was Ronaldinho.
Club career
Jill made her debut in the first team of FC Twente at the age of 16. During her time with the club, she helped them win multiple league titles and domestic cups. She later moved abroad to play in the German Frauen-Bundesliga with Bayern Munich and VfL Wolfsburg, and in the English Women's Super League with Arsenal and Manchester City.
After spending years playing abroad in Germany and England, she returned to her homeland of the Netherlands. She signed a contract with FC Twente, rejoining the club where she began her professional career.
International career
Jill represented the Netherlands across various youth national teams before making her senior debut in February 2015. She was part of the squad that competed at the World Cup and played a key role in the victorious UEFA Women's Euro campaign.
She has earned over 100 senior international caps for her country and ranks as one of her nation's all-time top goal scorers. Her international achievements include competing in multiple world tournaments and continental championships.
Personal life
Jill stands 173 centimeters tall and competes at the professional level as an attacking midfielder. Her career has taken her across the Netherlands, Germany, and England.
Outside of her professional football career, she has been in a romantic relationship with Dutch field hockey player Pien Sanders.
Birthday and age
Jill Roord was born on April 22, 1997, which makes Jill 29 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Jill shares the date with 50 other famous people.
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