Martin van Geel

Club

Born in Goirle to a car mechanic and a cleaning lady, Van Geel started playing football at hometown club VOAB and made his professional debut on at 24 August 1977 Willem II, and also played for Ajax, Roda JC and Feyenoord.

International

Van Geel was capped once by the Netherlands national under-21 football team.

After his playing career ended, Van Geel moved into the front offices of a number of Dutch football clubs, holding technical director positions at AZ, Ajax, Roda JC, Feyenoord, and most recently Willem II, which earned promotion back into the Eredivisie in 2024 under Van Geel's stewardship. It was announced on 16 May 2024 that, on 1 July, Van Geel would be stepping down from his position with Willem II and assuming the role of technical manager of the Eredivisie.

Ajax Eredivisie: 1979–80