Harry van Raaij facts for kids
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Harry van Raaij
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Harry van Raaij in Sint Anthonis.
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Hendrikus Jacobus Maria van Raaij
29 August 1936 Haps, Netherlands
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| Died | 16 November 2020 (aged 84) |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation | Chairman PSV Eindhoven |
Hendrikus Jacobus Maria "Harry" van Raaij (born August 29, 1936 – died November 16, 2020) was a Dutch businessman. He was best known for being the chairman of PSV Eindhoven. This is a famous Dutch sports club, especially known for its football team. Harry van Raaij led the club from 1996 to 2004.
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Harry van Raaij's Early Life and Career
Harry van Raaij was born in a town called Haps in the Netherlands. His birthday was on August 29, 1936.
Before working in sports, he had a successful career. He was a manager at Philips, a very large electronics company. This experience helped him later when he became a leader in the world of football.
Leading PSV Eindhoven
Harry van Raaij became the chairman of PSV Eindhoven in 1996. As chairman, he was the top leader of the club. He was in charge of making big decisions for the team. He helped manage the club's finances and its overall direction.
Under his leadership, PSV Eindhoven became very successful. They won many important football titles in the Netherlands. He was known for being a smart and careful leader.
Ideas for Football's Future
Harry van Raaij also had big ideas for the future of European football. He supported something called the Atlantic League. This was an idea for a new football competition. It would have brought together big clubs from smaller European countries. He believed it would make football more exciting and fair for these teams.
Later Life and Legacy
Harry van Raaij passed away on November 16, 2020. He was 84 years old. He is remembered as an important figure in Dutch football. Many people respected his vision and his work at PSV Eindhoven. His time as chairman helped shape the club's history.
