Rick Karsdorp
A dynamic, attack-minded right-back whose pace and crossing ability made him a mainstay for Feyenoord and earned him a move to Serie A.
Born 1995 (age 31)·Dutch footballer·Birthday: February 11·Millennials
Biography
Rick Karsdorp's career is a story of explosive athleticism punctuated by challenging setbacks. He burst onto the scene at Feyenoord, his blistering speed and relentless runs down the flank making him a fan favorite and a key component of the team that ended an 18-year Eredivisie title drought in 2017. His performances earned him a high-profile transfer to AS Roma, but his time in Italy has been a battle against persistent knee injuries. These physical trials have limited his consistency at the top level, yet whenever he takes the field, Karsdorp reminds viewers of the potent, marauding full-back who once dominated the right side in Rotterdam.
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.
Rick was born in 1995, 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 Rick Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Rick's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the Eredivisie title with Feyenoord in 2017, their first league championship in 18 years.
- Earned a transfer to Italian giants AS Roma following his standout title-winning season.
- Made his debut for the Dutch national team in 2016, recognized for his club form.
- Was named the Eredivisie Talent of the Month in November 2015 during his rise at Feyenoord.
Did You Know?
He made his professional debut for Feyenoord at the age of 17.
Karsdorp is known for having a large tattoo of a samurai warrior on his back.
He initially played as a winger in Feyenoord's youth academy before being converted to a right-back.
His first name, Rick, is spelled with a 'c' instead of the more common Dutch 'k'.
“My speed is my weapon, but I've had to fight to get back on the pitch.”
