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Quote by Johan Cruijff

“Italians can never win from you, but you can lose to them. (when asked about Ajax's chances in the 1995 Champs League final against AC Milan)”

Quote by Johan Cruijff

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Dutch football legend, former captain of the Netherlands national team, and a legend at Ajax and Barcelona. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of football. more

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