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1989 in Netherlands

Explore 4 historical events and records for Netherlands in 1989.

Historical records for Netherlands in 1989

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May

Barcelona Cup Winners Cup Triumph

Cruyff, Johan · Bern · Manager · Sport / Football

Guides Barcelona to a 2-0 win over Sampdoria in the European Cup Winners' Cup final, securing his first continental trophy with the Catalan club as manager.

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Barcelona Transfer

Koeman, Ronald · Barcelona · Defender · Sport / Football

Joins Barcelona from PSV Eindhoven and becomes a major defender and set-piece specialist.

Rijkaard Helps Milan Overcome Barcelona

Rijkaard, Frank · Milan · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Frank Rijkaard helped Milan defeat Barcelona over two legs in the UEFA Super Cup during a period of European dominance.

Van Basten Retains Award After Milan European Cup

van Basten, Marco · Milan · Forward · Sport / Football

Marco van Basten receives his second Ballon d’Or after scoring twice in AC Milan’s emphatic European Cup final victory over Steaua București, underlining his clinical ability in major matches.

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