Willem van Hanegem is a retired Dutch footballer, born on February 20, 1944, in Breskens, Netherlands. He is best known for his exceptional skills as a midfielder and his vision on the field. Van Hanegem played for several clubs, including Feyenoord, where he won multiple national titles and the UEFA Cup in 1974. In addition to his club success, van Hanegem represented the Netherlands national team in international competitions, including the 1974 FIFA World Cup. His playing style and tactical intelligence earned him a reputation as one of the best Dutch players of his era.