Edwin van der Sar

Born: October 29, 1970

Height: 6' 5.5" (197cm)

Hometown: Voorhout, Netherlands
Nationality: Netherlands Dutch

Position: Goalkeeper
Career History
Senior2005-2011Manchester United
Sports Mole has 224 articles about Edwin van der Sar. Articles 1 to 40:
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah poses with the Premier League trophy on May 25, 2025
Liverpool vs. Man United: Salah or Ronaldo? Trent or Neville? Van Dijk or Vidic? Who makes our combined XI from Premier League era?
Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from Manchester United and Liverpool throughout the Premier League era.
Oct 17, 22:30
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Lionel Messi's greatest games for Barcelona on 21st anniversary of Blaugrana debut
To mark the 21-year anniversary of Lionel Messi's Barcelona debut, Sports Mole counts down the 20 greatest performances of the legendary forward's Blaugrana career.
Oct 16, 08:24
 Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on September 18, 2024
Man City vs. Man Utd: Keane or Rodri? Rooney or Aguero? De Bruyne or Cantona? Who makes our Manchester derby Premier League XI?
Sports Mole takes on the impossible task of choosing an all-time XI between Manchester United and Man City in the Premier League era.
Sep 12, 11:31
 Roy Keane and Patrick Vieira clash in 2000
Man United vs. Arsenal: Keane or Vieira? Henry or Rooney? Cantona or Bergkamp? Who makes our combined all-time Premier League XI?
Sports Mole compiles the greatest ever Premier League combined XI from Manchester United and Arsenal.
Aug 18, 18:48
 Robbie Williams celebrates with the Soccer Aid trophy on June 9, 2024
Soccer Aid 2025 guide: When is it? Where is it? How to watch, confirmed lineups including Rooney, Vidic, Tevez, Bonucci and more
Sports Mole provides the lowdown on when and where Soccer Aid 2025 will take place, how to watch it, and which celebrities and former footballers will be participating.
Jun 14, 14:00
 Chelsea's Petr Cech with the Champions League trophy in 2012
Chelsea's record in 13 previous European finals after Real Betis Conference League victory
Sports Mole looks at Chelsea's record in previous European finals following their 4-1 Conference League thrashing of Real Betis.
May 29, 07:51
 Ryan Giggs and Manchester United lift the 2007-08 Premier League title on May 11, 2008
What are Manchester United's 10 greatest ever teams?
Sports Mole picks out the 10 greatest teams in the history of Manchester United, including their treble-winning side from 1998-99.
May 26, 14:00
 Ajax celebrate with the Champions League trophy in 1995
Remembering Ajax's 1994-95 season on the 30th anniversary of their Champions League final triumph
On the 30-year anniversary of Ajax's 1995 Champions League triumph, Sports Mole takes a look back at Louis van Gaal's era-defining team.
May 24, 12:08
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard and Manchester United's Carlos Tevez clash on May 21, 2008
Tottenham 1-0 Man United: Every previous all-English Champions League/Europa League/UEFA Cup final
Sports Mole looks at every previous all-English European final following Tottenham Hotspur's 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League showpiece.
May 22, 08:06
 Liverpool's Conor Bradley pictured on April 13, 2025
Liverpool lineup vs. Arsenal: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Slot confirms Alexander-Arnold decision
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Arsenal.
May 9, 12:25
 Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on September 17, 2024
Preview:Liverpool vs. Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 9, 12:09
 Arsenal's Jens Lehmann celebrates on April 25, 2006
Arsenal vs. PSG: How both teams have fared in previous Champions League semi-finals
Ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, Sports Mole looks at both sides' semi-final history in the tournament.
Apr 28, 15:53
 Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim in November 2024.
Man United head coach Ruben Amorim issues verdict on fierce war of words between Andre Onana, Nemanja Matic
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says that "a misunderstanding" has been the main factor behind the war of words between Andre Onana and Nemanja Matic.
Apr 9, 17:38
 Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana on December 26, 2024
Andre Onana vs. Nemanja Matic: Man United goalkeeper fires back at Lyon man as bitter war of words continues
Manchester United's Andre Onana hits back at Nemanja Matic after the Lyon midfielder called him 'one of the worst goalkeepers' in the English club's history.
Apr 9, 15:22
 Lyon's Nemanja Matic pictured on August 3, 2024
Lyon vs. Man United: Nemanja Matic launches scathing attack on Red Devils star ahead of Europa League battle
Lyon midfielder Nemanja Matic brands Andre Onana 'one of the worst goalkeepers in Manchester United's history' ahead of Thursday's Europa League clash.
Apr 9, 12:50
 Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois on February 15, 2025
Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois confirms Man United support, explains why transfer to Sir Alex Ferguson's side was blocked
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois admits that he became a fan of Man United in his younger years and wanted to join the club, but a transfer to Old Trafford was ultimately blocked by David de Gea.
Feb 18, 09:59
 England's Harry Kane and manager Gareth Southgate after the match on June 25, 2024
Preview:England vs. Slovakia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's European Championship clash between England and Slovakia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 30, 16:50
 Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea on February 26, 2023
Manchester United confirm David de Gea exit
Manchester United confirm that David de Gea has left the club after a 12-year spell at Old Trafford after the two parties failed to agree a new contract.
Jul 8, 13:42
 David de Gea in action for Manchester United on May 7, 2023
David de Gea's Manchester United future 'still in the balance'
David de Gea's Manchester United future reportedly remains in the balance ahead of the expiry of his contract at the end of the month.
Jun 24, 14:42
 Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea on February 26, 2023
Erik ten Hag 'refuses to guarantee David de Gea number one spot'
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is reportedly not guaranteed the number one spot at Old Trafford for next season if he agrees to a new contract.
May 9, 12:17
 Manchester City's Ederson pictured on March 4, 2023
Manchester City's Ederson reaches Premier League clean sheet milestone
Ederson becomes the third-fastest goalkeeper in Premier League history to reach 100 clean sheets after helping Manchester City win 2-0 at home against Newcastle United.
Mar 4, 16:49
 David de Gea in action for Manchester United on August 7, 2022
David de Gea equals Manchester United clean sheet record
David de Gea equals Peter Schmeichel's record of 180 clean sheets for Manchester United in their 3-0 Premier League win over Leicester City at Old Trafford.
Feb 19, 23:58
 Daley Blind celebrates scoring for the Netherlands against the USA on December 3, 2022
World Cup 2022: Netherlands vs. Argentina head-to-head record
Ahead of Friday's World Cup clash between the Netherlands and Argentina, Sports Mole looks back at the previous meetings between the two sides.
Dec 8, 06:07
 Lisandro Martinez in action for Manchester United on October 2, 2022
Edwin Van der Sar reveals Arsenal failed with Lisandro Martinez bid over summer
Ajax CEO Edwin Van der Sar says that Arsenal had a bid turned down for Lisandro Martinez before the Argentine joined Manchester United.
Nov 19, 08:01
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar responds to claims he could return to Manchester United as director of football
Manchester United are handed a blow as Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar says that he is "not finished" in Amsterdam amid rumours of a return to Old Trafford.
Oct 23, 16:16
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar 'contacted by Manchester United over director of football role'
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag spoke to Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar last week over a possible return to Old Trafford, according to a report.
Oct 22, 07:39
 David de Gea in action for Manchester United on August 7, 2022
Manchester United's David de Gea reveals he was close to joining Wigan Athletic
David de Gea reveals that he was "very close" to joining Wigan Athletic back in 2009 before he moved to Manchester United two years later.
Sep 16, 23:01
 Ajax winger Antony pictured in September 2021
Manchester United 'in talks with Antony representatives'
Manchester United are in talks with the representatives of Ajax's Brazilian winger Antony ahead of a proposed move this summer, according to a report.
Jun 9, 22:12
 Marc Overmars pictured in April 2017
Marc Overmars leaves Ajax after "cross-border" messages to women
Marc Overmars leaves his post as Ajax director of football after the Dutchman is revealed to have sent "cross-border" messages to female colleagues.
Feb 6, 23:32
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar opens the door to future Manchester United move
Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar says that he is "extremely happy in Amsterdam" but refuses to rule out a return to Manchester United.
Dec 17, 09:33
 RB Leipzig's Amadou Haidara pictured in September 2021
Manchester United-linked Amadou Haidara reveals admiration for Red Devils
RB Leipzig midfielder Amadou Haidara reveals that he supported Manchester United as a child.
Dec 15, 18:34
 Dean Henderson warms up for Manchester United on February 25, 2021
Edwin van der Sar plays down Ajax interest in Manchester United's Dean Henderson
Ajax chief Edwin van der Sar rubbishes talk of a potential move for Manchester United's Dean Henderson in January.
Dec 14, 09:41
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar plays down talk of Manchester United return
Ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar claims that he has unfinished business to take care of at Ajax amid links with a return to Old Trafford.
Dec 13, 09:30
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar welcomes interest in Manchester United-linked Erik ten Hag
Ajax chief executive Edwin van der Sar welcomes the growing interest in the club's head coach Erik ten Hag.
Dec 8, 16:46
 Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane pictured on August 14, 2021
Phil Jones 'refused to give up number four shirt for Raphael Varane'
Raphael Varane reportedly took the number 19 shirt at Manchester United after Phil Jones refused to cede the '4', which he has held since the 2011-12 season.
Aug 14, 22:45
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his goal against Arsenal on April 6, 2010
Lionel Messi's top 20 performances for Barcelona
Following Barcelona's confirmation that Lionel Messi will not sign a new contract this summer, Sports Mole looks at the Argentine's 20 greatest performances for the club.
Aug 5, 19:50
 Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Top five Champions League final goals since 1992
Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at the five greatest goals in the showpiece event since 1992.
May 28, 10:12
 A general shot of Manchester United's Old Trafford ground and Sir Matt Busby statue after the announcement of the European Super League
Manchester United 'identify Ed Woodward replacement'
Richard Arnold leads the race to replace Ed Woodward as executive vice-chairman of Manchester United, according to a report.
May 13, 22:11
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Ajax melt down league trophy to make "champion stars" for supporters
Each star weighs 3.45 grams, 0.06 of which has come from the silverware.
May 12, 10:33
 Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar reveals Manchester United contact
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar reveals that the Red Devils contacted him over a return to the club a few years ago.
May 2, 17:15
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