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Tag: Johan Cruyff

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.

Written in the stars - Cruyff’s vision and a new generation of talent for Ajax

Written in the stars – Cruyff’s vision and a new generation of talent for Ajax

May 9, 2017 by Jon Massingham

Ajax’s are beginning to reap the rewards of a revitalised youth system and, as Jon Massingham writes, they owe it all to club legend Johan Cruyff.

Beckham’s MLS legacy cemented

Beckham’s MLS legacy cemented

February 10, 2014 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the achievements of David Beckam since he moved Stateside.

Chapter 3 of José Mourinho: The Rise of the Translator

Chapter 3 of José Mourinho: The Rise of the Translator

November 27, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly treats us to an extract from his book on The Special One.

The fall of Gascoigne, not Gazza

The fall of Gascoigne, not Gazza

September 30, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at Paul Gascoigne and the difficulties he went through as a player.

Gerard Deulofeu: A new La Masia precedent

Gerard Deulofeu: A new La Masia precedent

July 14, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses Everton’s nw acquisition who brings with him an excellent pedigree.

An asphyxiating pressure: being Barcelona’s number one

An asphyxiating pressure: being Barcelona’s number one

June 3, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at Victor Valdes’ decision to seek a change of scene after almost a decade as Barcelona’s first choice keeper.

Andrey Arshavin's career to finish on a whimper

Andrey Arshavin’s career to finish on a whimper

April 15, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Have we seen the end of the little Russian playmaker?

Cruyff's Paradox: Is tiki-taka simple or complex?

Cruyff’s Paradox: Is tiki-taka simple or complex?

March 22, 2013 by Feras Suwan

Ferus Suwan talks tactics, with Johan Cryuff’s influence on the game as evident as ever.

Hugo Lloris: AVB's Missing Link?

Hugo Lloris: AVB’s Missing Link?

September 19, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at the importance of Hugo Lloris as a signing for Tottenham Hotspur.

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