How many caps did Luc Nilis win for Belgium?

Luc Nilis won 56 caps for Belgium, scoring 10 goals.

Which clubs did Luc Nilis play for?

K.R.C. Genk (1984–1986), R.S.C. Anderlecht (1986–1994), PSV Eindhoven (1994–2000), Aston Villa (2000–2000).

Where does Luc Nilis rank among Belgium's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Luc Nilis #18 of Belgium's 33 greatest players of all time.

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18 / Belgium · 1988–2000

Luc Nilis

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Caps · Belgium

Goals · Belgium

Life

1967

Clubs

K.R.C. Genk, R.S.C. Anderlecht, PSV Eindhoven

#18

Editorial rank of 33 for Belgium

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A sublime second striker, he mesmerized defences with his elegant technique and pinpoint passing during his time at PSV and Anderlecht. Career record: 56 caps and 10 goals for Belgium; club career at K.R.C. Genk, R.S.C. Anderlecht, PSV Eindhoven.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q362712

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Career record

1984–1986	K.R.C. Genk
1986–1994	R.S.C. Anderlecht
1994–2000	PSV Eindhoven
2000–2000	Aston Villa
Belgium	56 caps, 10 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Belgium checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Belgium checked 4 October 2026

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Around Nilis in the almanac

One rank above: Jan Vertonghen at #17.

One rank below: Raymond Braine at #19.

Belgium's editorial top five: Kevin De Bruyne · Thibaut Courtois · Eden Hazard · Paul Van Himst · Jean-Marie Pfaff.

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