Frans Janssens

1.1. Birth and Childhood

Frans Janssens was born on 25 September 1945. Details about his childhood and upbringing are not extensively documented, but his passion for football emerged early, leading him to pursue a career in the sport.

1.2. Early Career

Janssens began his professional football journey with KFC Turnhout. His debut with the club marked his entry into the professional ranks, where he started to hone his skills as a forward.

2.1. Club Career

Janssens spent a significant portion of his club career at Lierse S.K., where he truly excelled as a forward. His time at Lierse was highly successful, culminating in a notable achievement during the 1968-69 season when the club won the Belgian Cup. After his impactful period with Lierse S.K., Janssens continued his career, playing for other clubs such as Sint-Niklaasse SK and eventually concluding his playing days at KVVOG Vosselaar.

2.2. International Career

Frans Janssens earned two caps for the Belgium national football team. His international career included participation in two prestigious tournaments. He was part of the Belgian squad for the 1970 FIFA World Cup, where he was listed as player number 21 under coach Raymond Goethals and captain Paul Van Himst.

Coach: Goethals

Two years later, he again represented Belgium at UEFA Euro 1972, where the team achieved a third-place finish. In this tournament, he was player number 13, with Paul Van Himst also serving as captain under coach Raymond Goethals.

Coach: Goethals

2.3. Playing Style

Throughout his career, Frans Janssens primarily played as a forward. He was known for his ability to excel in this position, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive plays and goal-scoring efforts.

3.1. Club Honours

• Belgian Cup: 1968-69 (with Lierse S.K.)

3.2. International Honours

• UEFA Euro: Third place, 1972 (with Belgium)

3.3. Individual Honours

• Man van het Seizoen_{Man of the Season (Belgian First Division)}^Dutch: 1973-74