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Italy debutant Nicolussi Caviglia takes ‘inspiration’ from Cruyff and Pirlo

Italy debutant Hans Nicolussi Caviglia takes ‘inspiration’ from Johan Cruyff and Andrea Pirlo and is certain that his Fiorentina teammate Moise Kean will make a ‘decisive step forward’ this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 22

Arsène Wenger wore his magic hat at Arsenal for 22 years

Arsène Wenger wore his magic hat at Arsenal for 22 years, although his success petered off towards the end. When many thought that legendary Arsenal and Ajax player Johan Cruyff was about to become the club’s new manager in 1996, Wenger signed instead, originally causing disappointment at first.

Soccer News / Sporting News / September 22

Ballon d'Or Coach of the Year award nominees list 2025: Managers nominated for Johan Cruyff Trophy

The Johan Cruyff Trophy is presented at the Ballon d'Or gala to the best coaches in the men's and women's game from the past season.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 16

Barcelona announce further Camp Nou delays as return is pushed back again

Barcelona have confirmed that their return to Camp Nou will not take place this weekend, as Getafe arrive in town for their second home game of the season.

Soccer News / ESPN / September 16

Barça to keep waiting for Camp Nou return

Barcelona's LaLiga fixture against Getafe will once again take place at the Estadi Johan Cruyff on Sunday as the wait to return to Spotify Camp Nou continues.

Valencia News / Sporting News / September 15

Barcelona star sends touching tribute to Johan Cruyff after Valencia rout

Barcelona star has sent touching tribute to Johan Cruyff after Valencia rout.

Valencia News / Football Espana / September 15

'I’m responsible' – Valencia manager Carlos Corberan on dismal 18-1 record against Barcelona

On Sunday, Valencia suffered a thumping defeat at the hands of Barcelona for the third match in a row, as they were soundly beaten 6-0 by the Catalan side at the Estadi Johan Cruyff.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 15

Barcelona poised to return to Spotify Camp Nou this month

Barcelona are still waiting their return to the Spotify Camp Nou, which continued to be put off by delays. Club bosses had hoped to be able to play Sunday’s match against Valencia at their home stadium, but it was not deemed yet, which meant that the Estadio Johan Cruyff was used instead.

Valencia News / Football Espana / September 14

Player Ratings: Barcelona vs Valencia – Raphinha and Lewandowski dismantle Valencia

Barcelona battered Valencia on their return to La Liga action with a 6-0 win back on home soil at the Estadi Johan Cruyff. Certainly not a busy night for Barcelona’s new No.1 but he continues to deal with every challenge in front of him.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 11

Social media star Hasbulla inadvertently reveals Barcelona plans for return to Camp Nou

Barcelona’s return to Camp Nou is a major question mark hanging over the club, with the Blaugrana this week making alternative arrangements for their first two league games of the season to take place at the Estadi Johan Cruyff at their training ground.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 10

Barcelona believe Spotify Camp Nou return will happen this month

Earlier this week, Barcelona confirmed that they would not be returning to the Spotify Camp Nou for Sunday’s match against Valencia, with the fixture now taking place at the Estadi Johan Cruyff.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 10

How much money does each game not at Camp Nou cost Barcelona?

Barcelona will not be back at Camp Nou this weekend as they take on Valencia at the Estadi Johan Cruyff on Sunday night. La Liga have now approved the venue with the relevant modifications for VAR and goal-line technology, with the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys unavailable due to a Post Malone concert on the Friday of that weekend.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 10

Barcelona to break record for lowest ever capacity in La Liga

Barcelona announced on Tuesday that they would not be playing their first home game of the season at Camp Nou, just five days before their clash with Valencia on Sunday evening.

Valencia News / Football Espana / September 9

'La Liga has underestimated our fans' – Valencia supporters fume at Barcelona stadium debacle

On Tuesday, it was confirmed that this weekend’s match between Barcelona and Valencia will not be at the Spotify Camp Nou – instead, it will take place at the Estadi Johan Cruyff, which has sparked debate among Spanish football enthusiasts.

Soccer News / ESPN / September 9

Barça confirm new setback to Camp Nou return

Barcelona have announced that Sunday's LaLiga game against Valencia will take place at the Estadi Johan Cruyff, delaying their return to Spotify Camp Nou.

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Soccer News / Sporting News / August 27

Barcelona set to play first home game in Estadi Johan Cruyff

Barcelona seem to have given up on the possibility of playing their first La Liga game at the Camp Nou and have found their alternative.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 10

Joan Garcia backs Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s return despite No.1 battle

New Barcelona No.1 Joan Garcia has backed Marc-Andre ter Stegen to remain as club captain in the 2025/26 season. Ter Stegen spoke on the Estadi Johan Cruyff pitch ahead of Barcelona’s dominant 5-0 Joan Gamper Trophy final win over Como.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 25

Exclusive: Former Liverpool keeper says who has to be number one next season

Liverpool’s goalkeeper group has undergone a major shake-up this summer – but one former Red has made it clear who should be the club’s first choice. Speaking

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 22

Ex-Red pushes Liverpool to fix pitch after shocking photo shared

A picture shared with the right person led to a remarkable transformation near Anfield – and it’s all thanks to a former Liverpool goalkeeper and one of our current midfielders.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / May 3

TTLB Opinion: Should Tottenham be serious about signing Johan Cruyff-like midfielder?

Tottenham Hotspur have been looking to bring in a creative midfielder at Hotspur Way when the summer transfer window comes around, and Daniel Levy has been vouching to sign Crystal Palace maestro Eberechi Eze.

Olympique Lyonnais News / The Equalizer / April 20

Lyon edges Arsenal and Barcelona beats Chelsea as UWCL semifinals press

The UEFA Women’s Champions League semifinals kicked off Saturday with a 2-1 win for Olympique Lyonnais over Arsenal at Emirates Stadium. On Sunday, Barcelona defeated Chelsea 4-1 at Estadi Johan Cruyff to set up a nearly un-winnable second leg.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 17, 2024

'I don’t want to be like everyone else' – Ange Postecoglou defends his stubbornness criticism with ‘real belief’ claim

Tottenham’s stop-and-go start to the season has brought back criticism that surfaced towards the end of last season as they missed out on qualification to the Champions League.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / March 1, 2024

Ex-Man United ace on failed Barcelona move; he was Cruyff’s first choice

Both Barcelona and Man United have seen better days, but there’s no doubting their status as European heavyweights. It’s been nine long years since the Catalans held aloft the Champions League trophy, and we need to go back another seven for the last time the Red Devils did so.