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Tag: Marco van Basten

Schick strike enters the pantheon of all-time great Euro goals

Schick strike enters the pantheon of all-time great Euro goals

June 15, 2021 by James Clancy

After Patrick Schick’s incredible strike against Scotland, James Clancy takes a look at where it sits amongst the greatest goals in European Championship history.

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.

With ironic timing, Trapattoni inducted into FIGC Hall of Fame

With ironic timing, Trapattoni inducted into FIGC Hall of Fame

December 18, 2012 by James Clancy

James Clancy discusses Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni in the wake of his latest honour.

Years of decadence await: Milan's traumatic summer

Years of decadence await: Milan’s traumatic summer

August 13, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly examines a hectic summer for one of Italy’s top clubs.

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.

Pep's Barcelona vs Sacchi's Milan - Clash of the titans

Pep’s Barcelona vs Sacchi’s Milan – Clash of the titans

April 9, 2012 by Fergie's Hairdryer

A fantastic in depth look at arguably Europe’s two best sides over the past 20 years.

Edinson Cavani: The Master of His Own Destiny

Edinson Cavani: The Master of His Own Destiny

February 17, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Edison Cavani has lit up Serie A over the past two seasons, and Ciaran Kelly looks at what the future holds for the Uruguayan.

Top 50 Players in the World 2011: #1 Lionel Messi

Top 50 Players in the World 2011: #1 Lionel Messi

January 27, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

The Top 50 is complete. Here is the best player of 2011, according to you. There was only going to be on winner. Introducing Lionel Messi.

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.

Johan Cruyff: The Total Voetballer

Johan Cruyff: The Total Voetballer

September 14, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly takes a detailed look at the career of Holland and Ajax legend Johan Cruyff.

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