The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Johan Cruyff
- Speed is often confused with insight. When I start running earlier than the others, I appear faster.
- Football is a game you play with your mind.
- Before I make a mistake, I don’t make that mistake.
- Every disadvantage has its advantage.
- I’m not religious. In Spain, all 22 players make the sign of the cross before they enter the pitch. If it works, all matches must therefore end in a draw.
- To win, you have to score one more goal than your opponent.
- Football is a game of mistakes. Whoever makes the fewest mistakes wins.
- It’s like everything in football and life. You need to look, you need to think, you need to move, you need to find space, and you need to help others. It’s very simple in the end.
- Quality without results is pointless. Results without quality is boring.
- Soccer is simple, but it is difficult to play simple.
Johan Cruyff, born on April 25, 1947, in Amsterdam, was a legendary Dutch footballer and one of the most influential figures in the history of the sport. Known for his exceptional vision, technique, and tactical intelligence, Cruyff revolutionized the game with his innovative playing style and philosophy.
He began his professional career with Ajax Amsterdam, where he won numerous domestic and European titles, including three consecutive European Cups from 1971 to 1973. His time at Ajax laid the foundation for the club’s Total Football approach, emphasizing fluidity, versatility, and collective teamwork.
In 1973, Cruyff moved to Barcelona, where he continued to showcase his brilliance, earning the adoration of fans and earning the nickname “El Flaco” (The Skinny One). He played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s resurgence, leading them to their first La Liga title in 14 years.
Cruyff also enjoyed success on the international stage, guiding the Netherlands to the World Cup final in 1974 and winning the UEFA European Championship in 1988 as a coach.
Off the pitch, Cruyff was a visionary and a philanthropist, establishing the Johan Cruyff Foundation and the Cruyff Institute to promote youth development through sports and education.
Sadly, Cruyff passed away on March 24, 2016, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of football’s greatest icons.
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