Johan Kappelhof

Johan Kappelhof (born 5 August 1990) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Safa.

Career
Kappelhof was born in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Whilst being in Ajax's youth academy for 13 years he moved from being a right winger to a defender.

At Groningen he made his debut in 2011, before helping them win the KNVB Cup in 2014–15 against defending champions PEC Zwolle. It was their first major trophy and they qualified for the UEFA Europa League. He played in all six of Groningen's Europe league group games.



Chicago Fire
On 2 February 2016, Kappelhof joined American Major League Soccer club Chicago Fire. Following the 2017 season, he was voted the club's defender of the year after earning 4 assists in 33 matches.

Kappelhof's contract with Chicago expired after the 2021 season, and he became a free agent.

Real Salt Lake
On 18 February 2022, Kappelhof signed as a free agent with Real Salt Lake. Following the 2022 season, his contract option was declined by Salt Lake.

Safa
On 2 July 2023, Kappelhof signed for Safa in the Lebanese Premier League, ahead of the 2023–24 season.

Personal life
Kappelhof has a Ghanaian mother and a Dutch father.

Honours
Groningen
 * KNVB Cup: 2014–15