The Dutch master Rinus Michels passed away at 77

03-03-2005, 09:11

Holland's legendary tactician Rinus Michels has died at the age of 77.
The coach is known as the creator of "total football" and was in charge of the legendary Dutch side that was beaten in the final of the 1974 World Cup by West Germany, and also the side that won the European Championship in 1988.
Although he represented his nation in the 1950s it was in coaching that Michels really established himself as a world force.
Michels took over at Ajax in 1965 and led the Amsterdam outfit through until 1971 inventing a system that became known as 'totaal voetbal.'
After narrowly losing out in World Cup 74, Michels went on to coach at Barcelona forging the strong Dutch links with the club.
But Michels' finest hour may be his triumph in the European Championship, taking a team that contained the likes of Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullit, Ronaldo Koeman and Frank Rijkaard to victory.

Led the legendary Dutch NT in the WC of 1974. And led 'Oranje' to their first EC title in 1988. Creator of 'total football'. Also known as former head coach from Ajax and Barcelona. The dutch legend has died.

Peachtot · 03-03-2005, 10:50

deepest condolences......
'88 was awesome......

ACMILAN1983 · 03-03-2005, 13:23

Condolences to all his friends and family.

Reza · 03-03-2005, 13:27

Condolences to his family, RIP

One of the best ever coaches in my opinion

iregk · 03-03-2005, 13:51

Very sad news indeed. The joy he bought to the world with his revolutionary but beautiful brand of play may never surpassed. The footballing world mourns a legend.

mk18 · 05-03-2005, 16:13

he was voted as the best coach in history i think... condolences

03-03-2005, 09:11	#1
FilipeKasmirski Guest	The Dutch master Rinus Michels passed away at 77 Holland's legendary tactician Rinus Michels has died at the age of 77. The coach is known as the creator of "total football" and was in charge of the legendary Dutch side that was beaten in the final of the 1974 World Cup by West Germany, and also the side that won the European Championship in 1988. Although he represented his nation in the 1950s it was in coaching that Michels really established himself as a world force. Michels took over at Ajax in 1965 and led the Amsterdam outfit through until 1971 inventing a system that became known as 'totaal voetbal.' After narrowly losing out in World Cup 74, Michels went on to coach at Barcelona forging the strong Dutch links with the club. But Michels' finest hour may be his triumph in the European Championship, taking a team that contained the likes of Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullit, Ronaldo Koeman and Frank Rijkaard to victory. Led the legendary Dutch NT in the WC of 1974. And led 'Oranje' to their first EC title in 1988. Creator of 'total football'. Also known as former head coach from Ajax and Barcelona. The dutch legend has died.

03-03-2005, 10:50	#2
Peachtot Registered User Join Date: 04 2001 Fave Players: San Marco, Zvone Boban	deepest condolences...... '88 was awesome...... __________________ In my solitude night, I dream on you.. In my busy working day, I'm thinking of you.. In my every single holy prayer, mostly I call ur name.. Oh LOrd, if this one isn't coming from Thou, set us far away... But if she is, tie us and bless with Thy shiny face...

03-03-2005, 13:27	#4
Reza Administrator Join Date: 08 2002 Location: Canada Fave Players: Baresi	Condolences to his family, RIP One of the best ever coaches in my opinion __________________ aka rezag

03-03-2005, 13:51	#5
iregk Registered User Join Date: 10 2004 Location: Dublin, Ireland Fave Players: Sheva, Kaka, Maldini	Very sad news indeed. The joy he bought to the world with his revolutionary but beautiful brand of play may never surpassed. The footballing world mourns a legend. __________________ --------------------- Two colours, One love

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03-03-2005, 13:23	#3
ACMILAN1983 Registered User Join Date: 01 2004 Location: England Fave Players: Maldini, Pirlo and rest of Milan	Condolences to all his friends and family.

05-03-2005, 16:13	#6
mk18 BANNED! Join Date: 09 2004 Location: amman, JORDAN Fave Players: maldini, sheva, baggio, weah, mvb, cruyff	he was voted as the best coach in history i think... condolences