Jan Mastenbroek 1902 – 1978

Biography

Jan Mastenbroek was born on July 5, 1902, in Dordrecht, a historic port city in the southern Netherlands. He would go on to become a Dutch footballer, contributing to the sporting culture of his nation during the early-to-mid twentieth century. His life spanned a remarkable period of European history, from the early years of organized football through decades of significant social and political change.

Mastenbroek spent his life in the Netherlands, eventually settling in the eastern part of the country. He passed away on May 23, 1978, in Enschede, at the age of 75. Though detailed records of his playing career and personal achievements have not been extensively preserved, his place in Dutch football history remains part of the sport’s heritage in the Netherlands.