Dutch association football manager and former Netherlands midfielder Johan Neeskens has died at the age of 73.
This news was confirmed by the Dutch football federation KNVB in a statement on Monday, October 7.
The statement reads, "With Johan Neeskens, the Dutch and international football world loses a legend.His name is forever linked to European successes with clubs like Ajax and Barcelona and two World Cup finals for the Dutch national team."
It added, "With his characteristic tackles, sublime insights and iconic penalties, [he] will forever remain one of the most prominent and beloved players to ever play for our country."
The football legend played for Ajax and the Netherlands teams that are famous for introducing “total football” in 1970s.
At Ajax, with his brilliant performances, he helped the team win the European Cup three times and the domestic league twice.
After retiring in 1991, he coached multiple clubs and also worked as an assistant coach for the Dutch national team between 1995 to 2000.
