18 Facts About Fabian Wilnis

Fabian Wilnis played for NAC Breda, De Graafschap, Ipswich Town, Grays Athletic and Leiston.

Fabian Wilnis spent four years at NAC Breda, making over one hundred appearances before joining De Graafschap in 1995.

Fabian Wilnis spent ten years at Ipswich, making over three hundred appearances for the club while helping Ipswich win promotion to the Premier League in 2000.

Fabian Wilnis began his career in the Sparta Rotterdam academy, joining the club's youth set up in 1985.

Fabian Wilnis made over 100 appearances for the Dutch club between 1995 and 1999.

Fabian Wilnis quickly established himself in the side and was a key part of George Burley's side which won promotion to the Premiership.

Fabian Wilnis made 40 appearances in all competitions over the course of the season as Ipswich finished 3rd in the First Division, qualifying for the play-offs as a result.

Fabian Wilnis featured as a late substitute during the final, replacing Jermaine Wright in the 89 minute.

Fabian Wilnis scored a rare and memorable goal against Manchester United in the first home game after Ipswich's return to the top flight on 22 August 2000.

Fabian Wilnis continued to be a key part of the Ipswich first-team throughout the season.

Former Norwich striker Joe Royle's arrival as manager a year later saw Fabian Wilnis get his chance once more.

Fabian Wilnis was a regular during the season, mainly at right-back whilst often playing at left-back and latterly at centre-half during the former England striker's tenure as manager.

Fabian Wilnis played a key part in Ipswich's league campaign, whilst featuring in the UEFA Cup.

Fabian Wilnis became one of the longest-serving players at the club.

Fabian Wilnis helped the team reach the Championship play-offs as Ipswich finished 3rd in the league, narrowly missing out on an automatic promotion place.

Under Jim Magilton, Fabian Wilnis frequently found himself on the sidelines, but signed a new one-year contract in May 2007.

Fabian Wilnis played his last game for Ipswich Town in his Testimonial game with Colchester United in 2009.

Fabian Wilnis made his final appearance in a Town shirt with 12 minutes left, his every touch applauded by the Blues supporters.