Johan Cruyff, one of the most influential figures football has ever seen, has passed away.
The Dutch legend lost his fight against cancer, at only 68-years-old, and the football world is now in mourning.
The internet paid tribute to him, with club divides taking a back seat, and all football fans showing that when tragedy like this strikes, we pull together- it’s more than just a game.
Here are the best tributes:
Barcelona FC were one of the first clubs to react:
We'll always love you, Johan. Rest in peace
https://t.co/OOKLgPnAyv— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 24, 2016
As were his other former clubs:
NIEUWS | Johan #Cruijff overleden: https://t.co/rLwoaoRBUX pic.twitter.com/KV41ItCiYF
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) March 24, 2016
Current players also paid tribute:
The '14' will never be the same. RIP Johan Cruyff. pic.twitter.com/OZxbF4Z0kO
— Xabi Alonso (@XabiAlonso) March 24, 2016
1/2 RIP Johan Cruyff, true football royalty. I don't think anyone has ever influenced the game as much as he has done. #JohanCruyff
— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) March 24, 2016
2/2 We have all been touched and inspired by his vision and his believes. Football will miss him but we will never forget. #JohanCruyff
— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) March 24, 2016
As did the media:
Johan #Cruyff was one of the few true greats. He will always be remembered & revered as a magical Total footballer & a visionary coach. RIP.
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) March 24, 2016
Was privileged to interview Johan #Cruyff on occasion. Always an education, always fascinating. He spoke as eloquently as he played. RIP.
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) March 24, 2016
The symbol of Total Football. #Legend
Gone but never forgotten.
Thanks for the memories.
RIP Johan Cruyff pic.twitter.com/L48qDq18NR
— Top Eleven (@topeleven) March 24, 2016
Sad to hear that Johan Cruyff has died. Football has lost a man who did more to make the beautiful game beautiful than anyone in history.
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) March 24, 2016
Fans were heartbroken:
https://twitter.com/JuanMataTouch/status/712990341364846593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
"Football is simple, but it is difficult to play simple." – Johan Cruyff
RIP LEGEND pic.twitter.com/CIlN2qLIzT
— Players Sayings (@PlayersSayings) March 24, 2016
"Football is a simple game that is difficult to play simple" football legend
RIP Johan #Cruyff pic.twitter.com/F7qnbWeyKU— metehan karatas (@metehankaratas) March 24, 2016
RIP to one of the greatest footballers of all time, Johan Cruyff. Legend. pic.twitter.com/rXDhx7hA18
— ً (@UtdHolic) March 24, 2016
RIP.
