Ajax is a multicultural club, and we have found that many talented immigrant players quit when they reach puberty. So we wanted to tackle this problem with someone from the same background who had come through it. And that was… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share Image
For years, we have had many coaches in football, but there are no teachers anymore. And you see that in the play itself. — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
Football is not about suffering. It's about enjoyment. Control the ball, be friendly with it, try to attack, try to score goals. Of course… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
If you look at other countries, you see they have different values: defend more, pass the ball out more, winning is holy. In England,… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
It's disappointing to see how football, the world's No. 1 sport, is not No. 1 when it comes to development. It seems to me… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
How can you create a team and bring all these egos together? The main goal for Manchester United is for them to play well… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
Ajax is a multicultural club, and we have found that many talented immigrant players quit when they reach puberty. So we wanted to tackle… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
Everybody could use the money, but you don't play for it - you play with your heart - and that's a big difference you… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
I always delegate. If someone is very good at something, whatever it is, he will be in charge. — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
Football should never be a worry. It should be exciting. When a child plays football outside, he doesn't need to worry. Professionals should be… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
When I don't have control of the ball, what do I do? I press to get it back. It's a way of defending. But… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
I wanted to get my coaching badges after retiring, and I asked to take the exam, but they told me I needed to study… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
The most important part are the fans, that people going home are happy. It's their time off, and you should give them something to… — Johan Cruyff Copy Share
