Johan Cruyff will be honoured by FC Barcelona as their veterans play a match against the Spanish team's veterans on 26 November. This game marks 50 years since Cruyff signed for the Blaugrana.
What happened?
FC Barcelona have announced the match to celebrate a key date in their history. Juan Manuel Asensi, the president of the FC Barcelona Players Association, expressed his excitement about the game.
Why it matters for Johan Cruyff
Cruyff played for AFC Ajax from 1964 to 1973, making 245 appearances and scoring 193 goals. He then moved to Spain, playing 143 times and scoring 48 goals for FC Barcelona, helping them win their first La Liga title in 14 years.
What comes next?
The match will be played on 26 November, with veterans of FC Barcelona taking on veterans of the Spanish team. This game is a tribute to Cruyff's influence on the club and the sport as a whole.
Cruyff's career as a manager is well-known, creating the first 'golden era' of FC Barcelona. His style of play continues to influence modern football, with managers like Pep Guardiola praising his impact.
The 'Ajax Way' and 'Tika-Taka' football were born out of Cruyff's brain, and his legacy will remain forever. FC Barcelona hope to pay tribute to such an influential figure through their game of veterans.
Cruyff may have passed away in March 2016, but his influence on football will never be forgotten. The game on 26 November will be a celebration of his life and career, and a reminder of his impact on the sport.
The president of the FC Barcelona Players Association, Juan Manuel Asensi, had played alongside Cruyff for five years and is excited about the game. He believes it is the perfect way to honour Cruyff's legacy and remember his importance to the club.
The match will be a special occasion, with many of Cruyff's former teammates and opponents taking part. It will be a chance for fans to remember his incredible career and his impact on the sport.
On 26 November, FC Barcelona veterans will take to the pitch to honour Johan Cruyff's legacy. It will be a game to remember, and a tribute to one of the greatest players and managers in football history.