Willy Janssen (born 19 February 1960) is a Dutch former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Born in Sittard, Janssen played for PSV and NAC Breda.

[1] That game was a friendly match against Switzerland on 1 September 1981 which also saw the international debuts of Ruud Gullit, Frank Rijkaard and Wim Kieft.

[2] His son Tim Janssen was also a professional footballer.

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