Introduction
Hans Kraay (born 14 October 1936) is a retired Dutch football player (defence). Subsequently he became well known for his football management skills as well as analysis of matches on Dutch television.
Born in Utrecht, Kraay made his professional debut at DOS and also played for Feijenoord.
After his playing career, Kraay became manager at DFC, USV Elinkwijk, Go Ahead Eagles, Ajax Amsterdam, AZ'67, Edmonton Drillers, Sparta Rotterdam (only two days due to some health trouble), FC Den Haag and Feyenoord Rotterdam. He also served Feyenoord and PSV Eindhoven as a technical director, as well as the NOS and other television channels with his views on football, both commentary and analysis. In 1986, he took place at PSV Eindhoven, as manager. The team was first in the League, but in March, 1987, he was replaced by Guus Hiddink, after a loss against FC Den Bosch, on penalties, for the KNVB Cup.
His son Hans Kraay Jr. is also a retired professional footballer and television personality.
Currently Kraay is working for N.E.C. Nijmegen as head of scouting and personal adviser of chairman Marcel Boekhoorn.
Honours
- 1957-58 : Eredivisie winner with DOS
- 1961-62 : Eredivisie winner with Feijenoord
- 1964-65 : KNVB Cup winner with Feijenoord
- 1964-65 : Eredivisie winner with Feijenoord