Introduction
The Dutch footballer and coach Johan Cruyff began the idea of a new philosophy in football called “Total Football.” In the world of football, nobody can rival his impact as both a player and coach. Cruyff’s influence extends well into his playing days, though, thanks in large part to his breathtaking vision, creativity and leadership.
Match Records
During his playing and coaching career, Cruyff arguably rewrote the record books. Here is a comprehensive list of his accomplishments:
All-time Matches: 520 (Club + International)
Club BRI Scores: 291Goals
International Caps: 48 (Netherlands)
Netherlands goals: 33 goals
Eredivisie Titles: 8 titles with Ajax| |and Feyenoord
La Liga Titles: 1 title with Barcelona
European Cup Wins: 3 consecutive wins with Ajax (1971-1973
FIFA World Cup Finals: 1974 with the Netherlands
Goals in a Table Format
Cruyff goals scored for each club
| Club/Team | Appearances | Goals Scored |
|---|
| Ajax | 240 | 190 |
| Barcelona | 143 | 48 |
| Netherlands | 48 | 33 |
| Feyenoord | 33 | 11 |
| Los Angeles Aztecs | 27 | 14 |
| Levante | 10 | 2 |
Overall Club Goals: 291 goals in 520 games.
Major Victories/Accomplishments
Throughout his career, Cruyff won many titles and honors. Following are his biggest wins:
3-time Ballon d’Or Winner: 1971, 1973, 1974
3 European Cups: (1971, 1972, 1973, with Ajax)
8 Eredivisie Titles7 with Ajax, 1 with Feyenoord
1 La Liga Title: 1974, Barcelona
2 KNVB Cups: 1970, 1971 (Ajax) • Members of the oldest sports club/association in the world, established on June 1937
1 Copa del Rey: 1978 (Barcelona)
World Cup runner-up: 1974 with the Netherlands
Total Football Philosophy
Johan Cruyff: He’s far more than just the player he was — but his best days were as a player. This saw his predecessor Johan Cruyff’s philosophy “Total Football” — which rallied around fluidic formations, areas, and technical skills. Plus, he changed the way football teams functioned, as players were able to play multiple positions.
This school of thought, which Cruyff later implemented as a coach at Barcelona and where he developed the ideas that turbo-charged one of the best football dynasties ever seen, primarily under Pep Guardiola. This went right through to coaches like Pep Guardiola.
Family and Personal Life
Cruyff married Danny Coster in 1968, with whom he had three children: Chantal, Susila and Jordi. Jordi Cruyff, his son also took football as a career and went on the footsteps of his father. Jordi Professional player at Barca now is a Coach and Sporting Director.
Off the field, Cruyff remained a family man. Danny, his wife played a big role in him dealing with the minefield that was his career. It was a secure relationship in which they supported one another.
Net worth at the time of death
At the time Johan Cruyff died, his net worth was estimated at $20 million. Most of the money was earned during his playing days, coaching roles, and business including endorsements and his brand.
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