Rafael van der Vaart
Born: February 11, 1983 (age 41)
Height: 5' 8.5" (175cm)
Hometown: Heemskerk, Netherlands
Nationality: 
Dutch
DutchPosition: Midfielder
Team: Hamburger SV (no. 23)
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2010-2012 | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 2012- | Hamburger SV | |
Sports Mole has 383 articles about Rafael van der Vaart. Articles 1 to 40:
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's top 10 goals of all time 12 years on from England bicycle kick
Sports Mole counts down the 10 best goals of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's distinguished career to commemorate his bicycle kick against England.
Nov 14, 11:13
Euro 2024: Netherlands legend blasts "s***" England after semi-final defeat
Former Netherlands midfielder Rafael van der Baart labels England a "s*** team" after the Three Lions overcame Oranje 2-1 in the semi-finals of Euro 2024.
Jul 11, 18:36
Euro 2024: Netherlands star admits his side may have 'overestimated themselves'
Netherlands centre-back Virgil van Dijk admits that his side may have 'overestimated themselves' heading into Euro 2024.
Jun 29, 10:48
All-time Premier League combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both clubs during the Premier League era.
May 4, 12:13
Premier League predictions gameweek 24: Palace's Leo Wyndham vs. Sports Mole
Sports Mole takes on Leo Wyndham of the band Palace for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 24 of the 2023-24 season.
Feb 9, 15:02
Tottenham Hotspur 'set to make formal approach for Arne Slot'
Tottenham Hotspur are set to make a formal approach for Feyenoord head coach Arne Slot over the managerial vacancy in North London.
May 22, 10:50
Scott Parker insists Jose Mourinho still has "charisma" from Chelsea days
Fulham manager Scott Parker worked under now Spurs boss Jose Mourinho at Stamford Bridge more than 15 years ago.
Dec 29, 22:36
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Ciro Immobile, Paul Pogba
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Mar 27, 06:57
Rafael van der Vaart warns Steven Berghuis against Everton move
Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rafael van der Vaart warns Feyenoord's Steven Berghuis against joining Everton and risking being replaced by a "clumsy Englishman".
Mar 26, 16:25
Tuesday's papers: Gareth Bale, Jan Vertonghen, James Milner
Could Gareth Bale still be unhappy at Real Madrid and will Jan Vertonghen leave north London for Serie A?
Oct 29, 09:00
Rafael van der Vaart: 'Tottenham Hotspur should sign Hakim Ziyech'
Rafael van der Vaart claims that Tottenham Hotspur should prioritise the signing of Ajax playmaker Hakim Ziyech next summer.
Oct 28, 18:13
Former Spurs midfielder Rafael van der Vaart wins darts match at BDO event
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid midfielder Rafael van der Vaart wins his first-round match at the BDO-sanctioned Denmark Open.
May 4, 11:13
Rafael van der Vaart set for darts debut
Former Holland midfielder hung up his boots in November is now focusing on a new sports career.
May 2, 17:23
Harry Redknapp blasts Gary Neville comments
Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Harry Redknapp brands Gary Neville's recent comments on Spurs "an absolute disgrace".
Oct 31, 12:51
Preview: Arsenal vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews the North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Nov 17, 14:41
Rafael van der Vaart: 'Harry Kane would not be able to turn down Real Madrid'
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid midfielder Rafael van der Vaart believes that Harry Kane would find it difficult to turn down a possible move to the Bernabeu.
Oct 16, 13:25
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Dele Alli was fantastic against Chelsea'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino praises the "fantastic" performance of Dele Alli during his side's 2-0 win over league leaders Chelsea.
Jan 4, 23:01
Rafael van der Vaart: 'I turned down Barcelona at 16'
Experienced Dutch midfielder Rafael van der Vaart reveals that he had the chance to join Barcelona at the age of 16 while he was at Ajax.
Dec 27, 18:55
Jaap Stam: 'Rafael van der Vaart phoned Reading'
Reading manager Jaap Stam says that Real Betis midfielder Rafael van der Vaart "phoned" the Championship outfit this summer offering his services.
Jul 27, 22:07
Report: Reading to swoop for Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart
Championship side Reading are exploring a move for former Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur star Rafael van der Vaart, according to reports.
Jul 25, 14:32
Preview: Liverpool vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and title-chasing Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield.
Mar 31, 17:12
Agent: 'Brazilian clubs want Rafael van der Vaart'
Real Betis midfielder Rafael van der Vaart is wanted by two Brazilian clubs, according to the experienced Dutchman's agent Marcos Leite.
Mar 10, 15:25
Rafael van der Vaart transfer details leaked
The Football Leaks website publishes a copy of Rafael van der Vaart's 2010 transfer document from Real Madrid to Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 23, 21:39
Early Ruben Castro strike earns Real Betis win
Ruben Castro scores inside the opening five minutes to hand Real Betis a 1-0 win over Levante in La Liga.
Nov 27, 21:21
Team News: Fernando Torres leads Atletico Madrid line at Real Betis
Fernando Torres is given the nod to start Atletico Madrid's La Liga meeting with Real Betis at Estadio Benito Villamarin.
Nov 22, 18:45
Rafael van der Vaart: 'I never thought Gareth Bale would play for Real Madrid'
Rafael van der Vaart admits that he was left surprised by Gareth Bale's move to Real Madrid as he does not play at the same level as Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.
Nov 10, 19:28
Ruben Castro strike enough for Real Betis win over Malaga
Real Betis secure a narrow away win over Malaga in their La Liga clash at the Estadio La Rosaleda as a second-half strike from Ruben Castro seals the three points.
Nov 7, 22:59
Rafael van der Vaart: 'Son Heung-min will be a success at Tottenham Hotspur'
Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rafael van der Vaart believes that Son Heung-min has everything to become a success at the Premier League club.
Sep 11, 09:38
Report: Porto forward Adrian Lopez to join Real Betis on loan
Porto forward Adrian Lopez will return to La Liga with Real Betis on loan, according to reports in Portugal.
Aug 28, 06:34
Preview: Real Madrid vs. Real Betis
Sports Mole previews the La Liga match between Real Madrid and Real Betis at the Bernabeu.
Aug 27, 18:57
Preview: Bayern Munich vs. Hamburger SV
Sports Mole looks ahead to opening 2015-16 Bundesliga clash between champions Bayern Munich and Hamburger SV at the Allianz Arena.
Aug 12, 17:04
Top six free signings in La Liga
Sports Mole picks out what we believe to be the top six free signings in La Liga this summer.
Aug 9, 11:50
Rafael van der Vaart: 'I'll play Xavi role for Real Betis'
Dutch midfielder Rafael van der Vaart reveals that his role with Real Betis this season will involve being given "a lot of freedom".
Jul 28, 15:28
Rafael van der Vaart: 'I regret leaving Tottenham Hotspur'
Rafael van der Vaart admits his regret at leaving Tottenham Hotspur in 2012.
Jul 22, 14:53
Rafael van der Vaart: 'Real Betis move a dream'
Rafael van der Vaart declares his move to Real Betis as a "dream" after leaving Hamburger SV.
Jun 16, 01:27
Rafael van der Vaart completes Real Betis switch
Free agent Rafael van der Vaart, formerly of Hamburger SV, joins newly-promoted La Liga side Real Betis.
Jun 15, 16:28
Real Betis confirm interest in Rafael van der Vaart
Real Betis president Juan Carlos Ollero confirms that the club are closing in on the signing of Rafael van der Vaart.
Jun 8, 18:01
Report: Real Betis, Malaga in for Rafael van der Vaart
A report claims that Real Betis and Malaga will go head-to-head for the signature of Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart this summer.
Jun 2, 15:16
Team News: Lewis Holtby starts for Hamburger SV against Schalke 04
Hamburger SV name Lewis Holtby in their side for the final game of the season against Schalke 04.
May 23, 13:50
On this day: Roman Pavlyuchenko double ends Birmingham City's survival hopes
On this day in 2011, Roman Pavlyuchenko scored twice for Tottenham Hotspur to send Birmingham City back down to the Championship.
May 22, 08:00
