Player Name: Tim Krul

Full Name: Timothy Michael Krul

• Nationality: Dutch (Netherlands)
• Date of Birth: 3 April 1988
• Place of Birth: Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, Netherlands
• Position: Goalkeeper
• Height: 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)

Club Career (highlights):

• ADO Den Haag (Youth and early senior career)
• Newcastle United (joined 2005; multiple spells including first-team from 2009 onward)
• Loan spells: Falkirk (2006–2007), Carlisle United (2007–2008), Ajax (2011–2012), AFC Bournemouth (2016–2017)
• Later clubs include brief moves and returns; most known for long association with Newcastle United and contributions in English football

International Career:

• Represented the Netherlands national team (senior debut 2011)
• Notable moment: Came on as a substitute goalkeeper for the Netherlands in the quarter-final penalty shootout vs. Costa Rica at the 2014 FIFA World Cup and saved two penalties, helping the Netherlands advance to the semi-finals
• Earned multiple caps for the Dutch national team over his career

Playing Style & Attributes:

• Known for shot-stopping ability and penalty-saving composure
• Good in one-on-one situations and commanding in the box
• Experienced leader with strong presence and communication

Notable Honors & Achievements:

• Key performer in the Netherlands' 2014 World Cup run
• Club-level appearances and contributions in English and Dutch football

Current Status: Active professional goalkeeper (club affiliation may change—status accurate as of mid-2020s).