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European Football lost a legend of the game today as Johan Cruyff, who played for Ajax and Barcelona, lost his battle with cancer. The triple Ballon-d'Or winner won three European cups with Ajax from 1971 whilst also reaching the 1974 World cup final with his Dutch team. As a manager he took Barcelona to their first European cup victory in 1992. The Dutch FA said: "Words can hardly be found for this huge loss." Before adding that Cruyff was the "greatest Dutch footballer of all time and one of the world's best ever". Barcelona FC spoke of their "pain and sorrow" at the news before adding "We will always love you, Johan. Rest in peace." Cruyff was extremely successful as both a player and a manager. His titles as a player include: Feyenoord: Dutch league title, Dutch Cup. Ajax : European Cup (3), European Super Cup (2), Dutch league title (8), Dutch Cup (5), Intercontinental Cup and Super Cup. Barcelona: Spanish league titl...

England Friendly squad Announcement

Roy Hodgson announces squad for Germany and Netherlands friendlies Danny Drinkwater is called up for the first time in an England squad that looks to make a positive impact before the eagerly anticipated 2016 European Championships in France. The 26 year old has been a key player in the surprising rise of Leicester, still top of the premier league with just 8 games to go. "What he's done has been evident to everybody," said Hodgson of Drinkwater. "He's had a fantastic season, but even last year we were aware of him." Wayne Rooney isn't included as he continues his recovery from a knee injury and there was no place for Leighton Baines or Kieran Gibbs. Hodgson instead going for Ryan Bertrand and Danny Rose at left back. England squad Goalkeepers: Jack Butland, Fraser Forster, Joe Hart. Defenders: Ryan Bertrand, Gary Cahill, Nathaniel Clyne, Phil Jagielka, Danny Rose, Chris Smalling, John Stones, Kyle Walker. Midfielders: Dele A...

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