Johan Cruyff profile: Country: Holland  Major cubs: Ajax, Barcelona Wordcup: 1974 Result: Holland reached finals. Johan Cruyff is a symbol for "Total Football".  He played in just 1 world cup and socred 3 goals in 7 games.  He was the player of the tournament in 1974 world cup. After Alfred Di Stefano, he is the best "Total Footballer" in soccer history.  Cruyff used to fool defenders with his trademark turn.  Highlights of Johan Cruyff career: 1. European footbaler of 20th century and second best footballer in 20th century in FIFA poll behind Pele ahead of Diego Maradona. 2. European footballer in 1971, 73 and 74. 3. Cruyff scored 33 goals in 48 international games for Holland. 4. He won European cup with Ajax in 1971, 72 and 73. 5. Best moment: Defeating Inter Milan in the finals of 1972 European cup. 6. Worst moment: Loss to Germany in 1974 world cup final. Cruyff's is a classic rags-riches story. He was born in Amsterdam on April 25, 1947. His mother was a cleaner but he conquered world both as a footballer and also as a coach. But, he will be remembered as one of the best footballers who never won world cup.He always tried to innovate both as a coach and aslo as a footballer. He was inducted into Football's Hall of Fame.  … [Read more...]