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  1. Johannes Jacobus Neeskens ( Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjoːɦɑn ˈneːskə (n)s]; born 15 September 1951) is a Dutch football manager and former player. A midfielder, he was an important member of the Netherlands national team that finished as runners-up in the 1974 and 1978 FIFA World Cups and is considered one of the greatest midfielders of all time.

  2. Nov 26, 2023 · Explore the enduring legacy of Johan Neeskens, a football revolutionary whose Total Football principles reshaped FC Barcelona and influenced the modern game's strategic evolution, mentorship, and global appeal.

  3. Jul 1, 1991 · Centre-Back. Name in home country: Johannes Jacobus Neeskens Date of birth/Age: Sep 15, 1951 (72) Place of birth: Heemstede Height: N/A Citizenship: Netherlands Position: Midfield - Central Midfield Foot: N/A Current club: Retired Joined: Jul 1, 1991 Contract expires: -. Further information.

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  4. Jul 14, 2023 · Johan Neeskens was a legendary Dutch footballer known for his exceptional skills, aggressive playing style, and iconic hairstyle. He played a crucial role in the success of the Dutch national team and clubs like FC Barcelona and Ajax Amsterdam.

  5. Jul 23, 2017 · Earning the nickname amongst local fans of Johan Segon (“Johan the Second”), he was continually asked about what it was like, continually being in the shadow of Cruyff. “I don’t mind being the second greatest player in the world” was his amusing if hardly modest answer.

  6. Oct 11, 1993 · WHEN Johan Neeskens converted a penalty within moments of the start of the 1974 World Cup final in Munich, it seemed that Total Football, the Dutch antidote to negative play, was poised to be...

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  8. Johan Neeskens (born 15 September 1951) is a former Dutch football player. He played for Netherlands national team. He is considered to be one of the greatest midfielders of his generation. He is one of the best Dutch players of all time.

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