Johan Cruyff
Soccer / Football
Netherlands
| Full Name | Johan Cruyff |
| Profession / Role | Player turned Coach |
| Date of Birth | 25 Apr, 1947 |
| Place of Birth | Netherlands |
Hendrik Johannes "Johan" Cruijff was born on 25th April 1947 in Netherlands. He was a professional football player and also a coach.
His Achievements:-
- Honored with the Ballon d’Or three times, in 1971, 1973 and 1974
- Won the 1972 Intercontinental Cup competition, held at the Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam
- Led the Netherlands national football team to the 1974 FIFA World Cup and received the Golden Ball as Player of the Tournament
- Received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his astounding contribution to football by Laureus in the annual World Sports Awards, on 22 May 2006
- Presented the FIFA Order of Merit (the highest honour awarded by FIFA) for his significant contribution to football in 2010
Updated On : 25 Nov, 2021
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