Midfield Engine in European Double Retention
Johan Neeskens presses and supports attacks as Ajax defeat Inter Milan 2–0 at De Kuip to retain the European Cup.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Johan Neeskens Biography and Timeline
Follow Johan Neeskens through 5 dated historical records for Netherlands.
Johan Neeskens, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1972–1974Years on this page
1972
1973
Dynamic Midfield in Belgrade Triumph
Johan Neeskens combines relentless pressing with ball recovery as Ajax keep Juventus scoreless in their third consecutive European Cup victory.
1974
World Cup Final Penalty
Scores a second-minute penalty before West Germany have touched the ball.
Barcelona Transfer
Joins Barcelona from Ajax and reunites with Johan Cruyff in the club's midfield.
Role range: 1974-1979
International Caps
Converts a first-minute penalty against West Germany in the 1974 World Cup final to put the Netherlands ahead.
Records, sources and methodology
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