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About Johan Neeskens
Johan Neeskens is one of the greatest players in football history and a superb professional. As a player, Neeskens gained repute for his superb control and dribbling abilities, as well as his magic touch, and outstanding leadership qualities. He developed a love for the game when he was young. He debuted as a professional in 1968 with the Racing Club Heemstede.
He made history by playing for several illustrious teams, including Ajax, Barcelona, New York Cosmos, Groningen, South Florida Sun, and Kansas City Comets. He participated in several international competitions for the Netherlands national football team, including the 1978 and 1982 World Cup tournaments.
Coaching Career
Neeskens pursued coaching after a successful playing career, and he is known to have worked with several well-known groups, including the Netherlands, NEC, Australia Barcelona, and Galatasaray.
Accolades
- FIFA World Cup Silver Boot – winner (1974)
- 1974 FIFA World Cup All-Star Team – winner (1974)[18]
- IOC European Footballer of the Season – winner (1971/72)
- Don Balón Award - "La Liga Foreign Player of the Year" – winner (1975–76)
Trivia
He is 1.78 meters tall.
The Dutch star represented the teams he played for in the role of a midfielder.
He was born Johannes Jacobus Neeskens.
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F.A.Q. about Johan Neeskens
When is his birthday?
Johan Neeskens' birthday is on September 15, 1951.
In how many days is his birthday?
Johan's birthday is in 221 days
How old is he?
He is 73 years old.
Where is Johan from?
He was born in Heemstede, Netherlands.
What is Johan Neeskens' height?
He is 5′ 10″ (1.78m) tall.