Ron Vlaar
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Ron Peter Vlaar (Dutch pronunciation: ; born 16 February 1985) is a Dutch footballer who plays as a centre back for AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie, having returned to play at his first professional club.

Vlaar has been a Dutch international since 2005. He represented his country at Euro 2012 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup which he won the bronze medal. Vlaar played 32 times for the Netherlands national team and has played for and captained both Feyenoord and Aston Villa.

Vlaar was born in Hensbroek, North Holland. His mother, Margaret, was a handball player, while his father was an amateur football player. Vlaar has two younger sisters, Ellen and Lisan, who are both active in sports as well. Ellen is a gymnast and Lisan plays volleyball.

In Hensbroek, Vlaar joined local club Apollo '68 at the age of six. Apollo '68 youth coach Kees Wijte was quickly convinced: "But when he was five, he was already allowed to train with us. You could already see how good he was. He had a powerful kick with both his left and right leg, and a very good one as well. Besides, he had a fantastic mentality. Ron always wanted to win and become better."