René Bot (born 6 November 1978 in Velsen) is a Dutch retired footballer. He normally played as a defender in a right back position, but could also play as a centre back.
Club career He started his career with Feyenoord but only played six matches in the first team. After a loan period at the club, Bot joined De Graafschap definitively in 1999Rene Bot naar De Graafschap – Voetbal International and was part of their first team for over ten years. An unyielding defender, Bot became a cult hero at the club due to his tough style and loyalty.VI op pad met Superboeren: De Graafschap leeft weer – Voetbal International
He ended his professional career with Eerste Divisie side AGOVV Apeldoorn.AGOVV Apeldoorn legt 'gouden kracht' Bot vast – Voetbal International Due to a long period of injuriesBot wil straks bewijzen dat hij nog niet afgeschreven is – De Stentor he only played eleven matches in two years. He later played for amateur side FC Presikhaaf.René Bot en Appie Chaiat naar FC Presikhaaf – Gelderlander
International career Bot played 5 games for the Netherlands national under-19 football team
Personal life Bot is married to a Dutch woman 'Old soldier' René Bot overleeft iedereen – Gelderlander
As of 2016, Bot works for Doetinchem municipality. – LinkedIn
References
External links Profile at Voetbal International René Bot at Eersterat