Willie Overtoom: profile
Willie Overtoom (born 2 September 1986 in Bertoua, Cameroon) is a former Cameroonian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Overtoom made the step into senior football with AZ Alkmaar in 2005. He played for 6 clubs in 3 countries since 2005. His most appearances came at Heracles Almelo (2008–2013), where he made 144 appearances and scored 39 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 170 appearances and 40 goals.
At international level, Overtoom represented Cameroon (2012–present).
Bertoua has produced 9 footballers in our database, including Didier Lamkel Zé, Ernest Webnje Nfor and Lionel Enguene.
Nationality explained: Why does Willie Overtoom play for Cameroon?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2012 (aged about 26)
- Countries played in
- 3: Netherlands, Belgium and Indonesia
- Club goals per game
- 0.24 (40 in 170)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 11% of Cameroonian internationals on record
- Latest move
- S.V. Zulte Waregem (2014)
- Shares a birthday with
- Momodu Mutairu, Frédéric baldi and Rafik Halliche (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007 | AZ Alkmaar | Eredivisie | 0 | 0 |
| 2006–2007 | SC Telstar | Eredivisie | 9 | 0 |
| 2007–2008 | HVV Hollandia | Derde Divisie | – | – |
| 2008–2013 | Heracles Almelo | Eerste Divisie | 144 | 39 |
| 2013–2014 | AZ Alkmaar | Eredivisie | 17 | 1 |
| 2014– |  S.V. Zulte Waregem |
Belgian Pro League | – | – |
| 2015– | S.V. Zulte Waregem |
Belgian Pro League | – | – |
| — |  Persikab Bandung |
Liga 2 | – | – |
| Total | 170 | 40 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012– |  Cameroon |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Willie Overtoom?
Willie Overtoom was born on 2 September 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Willie Overtoom born?
Willie Overtoom was born in Bertoua, Cameroon.
Which national team does Willie Overtoom play for?
Willie Overtoom played international football for Cameroon.
Which clubs has Willie Overtoom played for?
Willie Overtoom's recorded clubs are AZ Alkmaar, SC Telstar, HVV Hollandia, Heracles Almelo, S.V. Zulte Waregem and Persikab Bandung.
How tall is Willie Overtoom?
Willie Overtoom is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Willie Overtoom play?
Willie Overtoom played as a midfielder.
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