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Tag: Patrick Kluivert

1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona

1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona

June 19, 2020 by Daniel Law

Daniel Law takes an in depth look at Spanish giants Barcelona and how their style of play evolved by following the successful Dutch model.

Memories of 1996 as Juventus seek to add to their Champions League pedigree

Memories of 1996 as Juventus seek to add to their Champions League pedigree

June 6, 2015 by Niall Noonan

Niall Noonan takes us back to the last time of Juventus’ last Champions League triumph in 1996.

Keane’s continued commitment should be commended

Keane’s continued commitment should be commended

June 10, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly praises Ireland’s record goal scorer who again stepped up to the plate when needed against the Faroe Islands.

Euro 2012: Affirming a history of self-inflicted disappointment for the Netherlands

Euro 2012: Affirming a history of self-inflicted disappointment for the Netherlands

June 25, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at Dutch football history for more examples of their failings following a disastrous Euro 2012.

Ronaldinho: The Fallen Star

Ronaldinho: The Fallen Star

June 18, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at the life and times of Ronaldinho.

What could have been: Gazza’s three seasons at Lazio

What could have been: Gazza’s three seasons at Lazio

April 3, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly heads back two decades to look at Paul Gascoigne’s stint in Serie A.

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

January 16, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly hails Italian and AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini.

The Curious Case of Marco Boogers

The Curious Case of Marco Boogers

July 16, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly takes us back 15 years to the day with a look at one of the worst signings in West Ham’s history.

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