Reaching the World Cup Final at 22, He Fell into a Mental Abyss After Retirement

Former Dutch wing-back Van der Wiel played for Ajax, Paris Saint-Germain, and the Netherlands national team, reaching the World Cup final at the age of 22 and standing atop European football. However, after retirement, he was tormented by severe panic attacks and a loss of identity, plunging into a prolonged mental struggle.

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Reaching the World Cup Final at 22, He Fell into a Mental Abyss After Retirement

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