Jill Roord

Quotes

• “Now I’m older and a more important player. And while that brings pressure with it, I like it too.”
• “I do play better when I have a sense of freedom on the pitch. Any time I’ve got that, I’m happy.”
• “We’re comfortable, we have fun and we’re successful.”
• “I feel that everyone has their own thing about them that makes them unique.”
• “It is strange but I’m proud to be considered a role model. It’s almost weird to hear those words but they mean a lot.”
• “I wouldn’t say I’m looking for attention or the spotlight, no. I’d say that if I deserve the spotlight because of how I’m playing then I’d want it but for me I’m driven over good performances rather than looking for attention.”

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Sports profile

Sport

Soccer

Team

Twente Women

Position

Attacking Midfield

Nationality

The Netherlands

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Wikidata facts

Image

Jill Roord in 2025.JPG

Height

173

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