THE SUMMER OF TOTAL FOOTBALL.

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  • Author(s): McCambridge, Ed (AUTHOR)
  • Source:
    Four Four Two. Jul2024, Issue 367, p42-47. 6p. 7 Color Photographs.
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    • Subject Terms:
      SOCCER; SUMMER
    • Abstract:
      This article explores the Dutch national football team's performance in the 1974 World Cup and the influence of their coach, Rinus Michels, on their playing style. Michels introduced a new system called Totaalvoetbal, which involved players fluidly switching positions and confusing their opponents. The team, led by Johan Cruyff, played an impressive style of football known as "Total Football" and reached the final against West Germany. Although they ultimately lost, their performance and innovative playing style left a lasting impact on the sport. The article also mentions the rivalry between Ajax and Feyenoord and highlights Johan Cruyff's iconic "Cruyff turn" during the tournament. [Extracted from the article]
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