History of Denzel Dumfries in Timeline
Denzel Dumfries is a Dutch professional footballer renowned for his role as a right-back or right wing-back. He currently plays for Inter Milan in Serie A and represents the Netherlands national team. Known for his athleticism and attacking prowess from the defensive position, Dumfries has become a key player for both club and country. His career highlights include notable performances in major international tournaments, showcasing his importance on the field.
2 hours ago : Denzel Dumfries shines for Inter Milan after injury return and Barcelona thriller.
Denzel Dumfries is receiving praise for his performance with Inter Milan, driving the team forward against Roma after returning from injury and excelling against Barcelona. His performance highlights his importance to Inter.
April 1996: Denzel Dumfries Born
In April 1996, Denzel Justus Morris Dumfries was born, marking the beginning of his life and eventual career as a professional footballer.
April 1996: Birth of Denzel Dumfries
On 18 April 1996, Denzel Justus Morris Dumfries was born in Rhoon, Netherlands, near Rotterdam. He was named after the American actor Denzel Washington.
March 2014: Debut for Aruba National Football Team
In March 2014, while playing for Barendrecht, Dumfries received a call-up to the Aruba national football team. He made his debut in a friendly match against Guam, starting the match, which ended in a 2–2 draw. He also scored a goal against Guam in their second encounter a few days later.
2014: Career start at Sparta Rotterdam
In 2014, Denzel Dumfries began his senior career at Sparta Rotterdam, marking the start of his professional football journey.
2014: Represented Aruba Internationally
In 2014, Denzel Dumfries initially represented Aruba internationally, marking the beginning of his international football career before switching allegiance.
2014: Joined Sparta Rotterdam
In 2014, Denzel Dumfries left Barendrecht and joined Sparta Rotterdam, marking a significant step in his early career. He quickly progressed through the club's youth system.
February 2015: Professional Debut
On 20 February 2015, Denzel Dumfries made his professional debut for Sparta Rotterdam against FC Emmen, coming on as a substitute in a 2–1 loss, marking his entry into professional football.
November 2015: Contract Extension
In November 2015, Denzel Dumfries signed a contract extension with Sparta Rotterdam, securing his place at the club until 2019.
January 2016: First Professional Goal
On 18 January 2016, Denzel Dumfries scored his first professional goal in a 5–2 win against RKC Waalwijk, marking a milestone in his career.
March 2016: Call-up to Netherlands U20 Squad
In March 2016, Dumfries received his first call-up to the Netherlands U20 squad. He made his debut for Oranje U20 on March 24, 2016, against Portugal U20, starting the entire game, which ended in a 1–1 draw.
March 2016: Returned after suspension
On 14 March 2016, after serving a one-match suspension due to accumulating five yellow cards, Dumfries returned to the starting lineup against Almere City.
April 2016: Promotion to Eredivisie Confirmed
On 11 April 2016, Denzel Dumfries helped Sparta Rotterdam beat Jong Ajax 3–1, confirming their promotion to the Eredivisie for the next season.
October 2016: Desire to Leave Sparta Rotterdam
In October 2016, Denzel Dumfries expressed his desire to leave Sparta Rotterdam in pursuit of playing at a higher level.
October 2016: Red Card Against AZ Alkmaar
On 2 October 2016, Denzel Dumfries received a red card in a 1–1 draw against AZ Alkmaar, leading to a suspension.
November 2016: Debut for Netherlands U21 Squad
In November 2016, Dumfries was called up to the Netherlands U21 squad for the first time. He debuted for Oranje U21 on November 15, 2016, against Portugal U21, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw.
November 2016: First Eredivisie Goal
On 19 November 2016, Denzel Dumfries scored his first Eredivisie goal in a 3–2 loss against Excelsior, marking his progress in the league.
December 2016: Loss Against Feyenoord
On 4 December 2016, Denzel Dumfries returned to the starting lineup after a suspension, in a 6–1 loss against Feyenoord, marking a challenging game.
2016: Promotion to Eredivisie
In 2016, Denzel Dumfries played a crucial role in helping Sparta Rotterdam secure promotion to the Eredivisie. He was also recognized as the Eerste Divisie Talent of the Year in 2016.
August 2017: Eredivisie Talent of the Month
In August 2017, Denzel Dumfries was awarded Eredivisie's Talent of the Month and named in the Team of the Week by Algemeen Dagblad twice for setting up three goals in matches, marking his strong start at Heerenveen.
September 2017: Named Team of the Week
In September 2017, Denzel Dumfries was named Team of the Week by Algemeen Dagblad for setting up a goal against PSV Eindhoven.
December 2017: First Goal for Heerenveen
On 9 December 2017, Denzel Dumfries scored his first goal for Heerenveen in a 2-2 draw against VVV-Venlo, marking a personal milestone.
2017: Contract Until 2017
In 2014, Denzel Dumfries signed his first professional contract with Sparta Rotterdam, securing his place at the club until 2017.
2017: Joined Heerenveen
In 2017, Denzel Dumfries moved to Heerenveen, furthering his career in Dutch football.
2017: Regular with Netherlands U21
In 2017, Dumfries became a first-choice right-back for the Netherlands U21 team, playing five times, mostly for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification.
January 2018: Goal Against Former Club
On 26 January 2018, Denzel Dumfries scored his second goal for Heerenveen in a 2-1 win against his former club, Sparta Rotterdam.
February 2018: Goal and Assist vs PEC Zwolle
On 6 February 2018, Denzel Dumfries scored his third goal for Heerenveen and provided an assist in a 3-2 loss against PEC Zwolle.
March 2018: Return from Suspension
On 3 March 2018, Denzel Dumfries returned to the starting lineup after serving a one-match suspension and provided an assist in a 2-0 win against Willem II.
June 2018: Signed with PSV Eindhoven
On 19 June 2018, Denzel Dumfries signed a four-year contract with PSV Eindhoven for a reported fee of 5.5 million euros.
September 2018: Champions League Debut
On 18 September 2018, Denzel Dumfries made his UEFA Champions League debut against FC Barcelona, playing the entire match in a 4-0 defeat.
October 2018: First Call-Up and International Debut for Netherlands
In October 2018, Ronald Koeman named Dumfries in the Netherlands squad for the first time. He played his first international match against Germany on October 13, 2018, which the Oranje national team won 3–0. Dumfries expressed pride in achieving his long-held aspiration.
October 2018: Winning Goal Against FC Groningen
On 27 October 2018, Denzel Dumfries scored the winning goal for PSV Eindhoven against FC Groningen in a 2-1 victory.
October 2018: Performance Against Ajax
On October 23, 2018, Denzel Dumfries' performance against Ajax led former defender Ben Wijnstekers to comment on his aggressive and energetic playing style, while also noting his tendency to make unnecessary violations.
December 2018: Goal Against Heracles Almelo
On 15 December 2018, Denzel Dumfries scored his third goal for PSV Eindhoven in a 4-0 win against Heracles Almelo.
2018: Competition for Position in Netherlands National Team
Between 2018 and 2019, Dumfries competed with Kenny Tete and Joël Veltman for his place in the Netherlands national team, fighting for the right-back position.
2018: Senior Debut for Netherlands
In 2018, Denzel Dumfries made his senior debut for the Netherlands, marking a change in his international allegiance.
March 2019: Clean Sheets for Title Contention
Between 3 March 2019 and 17 March 2019, Denzel Dumfries helped PSV Eindhoven keep three clean sheets in three matches as they attempted to maintain their title contender status.
April 2019: Goal Against ADO Den Haag
In April 2019, Denzel Dumfries scored his fourth goal of the season in a 3-1 win against ADO Den Haag.
May 2019: UEFA Nations League Finals Call-Up
In May 2019, Dumfries was called up to the Netherlands squad for the inaugural UEFA Nations League Finals.
June 2019: UEFA Nations League Finals Performance
On June 6, 2019, Dumfries started the entire game against England in the semi-finals, helping Oranje win 3–1 to reach the final. His performance was praised. However, in the final against Portugal on June 9, 2019, Dumfries started but faced criticism for his performance, which he acknowledged as "sloppy."
September 2019: Goal Against FC Groningen
On 25 September 2019, Denzel Dumfries scored his third goal of the season in a 3-1 win against FC Groningen.
October 2019: Assist against VVV-Venlo
On 6 October 2019, Denzel Dumfries set up a goal for Steven Bergwijn against VVV-Venlo in a 4-1 win.
November 2019: Captained First Match
On 24 November 2019, Denzel Dumfries captained his first match for PSV Eindhoven against SC Heerenveen, helping the team win 2-1.
December 2019: Suspension against PEC Zwolle
On 21 December 2019, Denzel Dumfries missed a match against PEC Zwolle due to a one-match suspension for accumulating five yellow cards.
2019: Contract until 2019
Denzel Dumfries' contract with Sparta Rotterdam, which was signed in November 2015, kept him at the club until 2019.
January 2020: Goal Against VVV-Venlo
On 19 January 2020, Denzel Dumfries scored a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw against VVV-Venlo upon his return from suspension.
February 2020: Goal Against Willem II
On 8 February 2020, Denzel Dumfries scored his seventh goal of the season in a 3-0 win against Willem II.
March 2020: Last game of the season
On 8 March 2020, Denzel Dumfries scored his eighth goal of the season in a 1-0 win against FC Groningen, in what turned out to be the last game of the season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 2020: Agreed to Give Up a Month's Salary
In May 2020, Dumfries, along with several other players and staff members, agreed to give up a month's salary in response to the financial challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
September 2020: Became a Father
In September 2020, Denzel Dumfries became a father for the first time.
September 2020: Return to Netherlands National Team
On September 7, 2020, after nearly a year without playing for Oranje, Dumfries made his first appearance for the Netherlands against Italy, coming on as a substitute in a 1–0 loss.
October 2020: Tested Positive for COVID-19
On October 25, 2020, Denzel Dumfries tested positive for COVID-19 amid the pandemic in the Netherlands.
November 2020: Return to Starting Line-Up after COVID-19 Recovery
In November 2020, after recovering from COVID-19, Denzel Dumfries returned to PSV Eindhoven's starting line-up against Willem II, where he set up two goals in a 3–0 victory. He regained his first-team place at right-back and retained his captaincy.
November 2020: Assists in UEFA Nations League Match
On November 15, 2020, in a UEFA Nations League match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dumfries provided two assists for Oranje, contributing to their 3–1 victory.
December 2020: First Goal of the Season and 100th Appearance for PSV Eindhoven
On December 10, 2020, Dumfries scored his first goal of the season in a 4–0 win against AC Omonia in the UEFA Europa League. Six days later, on December 16, 2020, he made his 100th appearance for PSV Eindhoven in a 2–1 win against De Graafschap in the KNVB Cup. On December 19, 2020, he scored his second goal of the season, in a 4-1 win against RKC Waalwijk.
2020: UEFA Euro 2020
In 2020, Denzel Dumfries represented the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2020, showcasing his skills on a major international stage.
2020: Contract Negotiations and Transfer Speculation
Throughout the 2020–21 season, Dumfries' contract negotiations with PSV Eindhoven were a major topic of discussion. By February 2021, no agreement had been reached, leading to speculation about his departure. Interest from clubs like Everton, Bayern Munich, and Inter Milan increased following his performances at UEFA Euro 2020.
January 2021: Third Goal of the Season
On January 19, 2021, Dumfries scored his third goal of the season in a 2–0 win against FC Volendam in the KNVB Cup.
February 2021: Right-Midfield Position Debut
On February 21, 2021, Dumfries played in the right-midfield position against Vitesse, a change made by coach Roger Schmidt, and PSV Eindhoven won the match 3–1.
April 2021: Expected Departure from PSV Eindhoven
In April 2021, it was anticipated that Dumfries would leave PSV Eindhoven during the summer transfer window due to ongoing contract negotiation issues.
April 2021: Fourth Goal of the Season
On April 4, 2021, Dumfries scored his fourth goal of the season in a 3–0 win against Heracles Almelo.
May 2021: Named in Preliminary Squad for Euro 2020
On May 14, 2021, Dumfries was named in the Dutch 34-man preliminary squad for Euro 2020. He was later included in the final 26-man squad on May 26, 2021.
May 2021: Suspension Impacts League Title Chances
On May 2, 2021, Dumfries' suspension against SC Heerenveen resulted in a 2–2 draw, effectively ending PSV Eindhoven's chances of winning the league title, which went to rivals Ajax.
June 2021: First International Goal and Euro 2020 Performance
On June 13, 2021, Dumfries scored his first goal for the Netherlands, netting the winner in a 3–2 victory over Ukraine at UEFA Euro 2020. He followed this up with a goal in the next game against Austria in a 2–0 win. Dumfries was subsequently named in the Best Eleven of the group stage tournament. The Dutch team was later knocked out in the Round of 16 on June 27 after a 2–0 loss against Czech Republic.
August 2021: Joins Inter Milan
On August 14, 2021, Denzel Dumfries officially joined Serie A champions Inter Milan for a transfer fee of €12.5 million, with an additional €2.5 million in potential bonuses for PSV Eindhoven. As part of the transfer, his former clubs were to receive compensation, and he was assigned the number two shirt.
2021: Joined Inter Milan
In 2021, Denzel Dumfries joined Serie A club Inter Milan, a significant step in his career, where he later won the league title in his third season.
2022: FIFA World Cup 2022
In 2022, Denzel Dumfries represented the Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup, highlighting his continued presence on the international stage.
2023: Contract Until 2023
Denzel Dumfries' contract with PSV Eindhoven, signed in June 2018, was set to keep him at the club until 2023.
May 2024: Named in Squad for UEFA Euro 2024
On May 29, 2024, Dumfries was named in the Netherlands' squad for UEFA Euro 2024.
2024: Euro 2024
In 2024, Denzel Dumfries represented the Netherlands at Euro 2024, further solidifying his role in the national team.
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