1993
Ajax Number Ten Takes Central Role
Jari Litmanen becomes Ajax's creative and scoring focal point after Dennis Bergkamp's departure, developing an exceptional partnership with the club's young forwards.
Football player and manager history
Jari Litmanen
Explore 25 football history records associated with Jari Litmanen, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1994
Finnish Playmaker Leads Eredivisie Scoring
Jari Litmanen finishes the 1993–94 Eredivisie season as the league's leading scorer, an unusual distinction for an attacking midfielder.
1995 May 24th
Champions League Winner
Jari Litmanen linked midfield with the forwards against a seasoned Milan defence in the 1995 UEFA Champions League final, helping Ajax win the competition.
1996
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Scores 9 goals for Ajax to claim the UEFA Champions League scoring honour. The achievement reflects his incisive play as Ajax reached a second consecutive final.