Maxime Biset
A versatile Belgian midfielder turned trusted assistant coach, shaping the next generation of talent at Royal Antwerp.
Born 1986 (age 40)·Belgian footballer·Birthday: March 26·Millennials
Biography
Born in 1986, Maxime Biset's football journey is a story of quiet dedication and tactical evolution. His playing career as a midfielder was defined by intelligence and adaptability, traits that seamlessly translated into his post-retirement path. Rather than seeking the spotlight as a head coach, Biset carved out a niche as a meticulous and valued assistant. His work with Royal Antwerp, a club with a storied history, places him at the sharp end of Belgian football, where he contributes to tactical planning and player development. His transition from the pitch to the training ground exemplifies a deep understanding of the game's nuances, making him a behind-the-scenes architect for one of the country's top teams.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Maxime was born in 1986, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Maxime Was Born
The biggest hits of 1986
#1 Movie
Top Gun
Best Picture
Platoon
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Maxime's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1986Born
Challenger disaster; Chernobyl nuclear meltdown
Gas: $0.86/galHome: $66,600Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"That's What Friends Are For" — Dionne & FriendsBest Picture: Platoon
1991Started school
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1999Became a teenager
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2002Could drive
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2004Could vote
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Turned 21
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2016Turned 30
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2026Turned 40
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Built a professional playing career as a midfielder before transitioning into coaching.
- Serves as an assistant coach for Royal Antwerp, a leading club in the Belgian Pro League.
- Contributed to Antwerp's coaching staff during a period of significant domestic and European success.
Did You Know?
He shares a birth year with several other notable athletes and celebrities, including those on this list.
His entire known professional playing and coaching career has been within Belgian football.
He moved into a coaching role almost immediately after concluding his playing days.
“A good midfielder sees the game one pass ahead of everyone else.”
