Johan Cruyff dies aged 68 after losing battle with lung cancer.
Holland and Ajax legend passed away in Barcelona
Netherlands footballing great Johan Cruyff has died of cancer aged 68.
Cruyff, who made his name as a forward with Ajax and Barcelona, was European footballer of the year three times.
He won three consecutive European Cups with Ajax from 1971, coached Barcelona to their first European Cup triumph in 1992 and helped the Dutch reach the 1974 World Cup final, where they lost 2-1 to West Germany.
The Dutch FA said: "Words can hardly be found for this huge loss."
It added: "The greatest Dutch footballer of all time and one of the world's best ever. Our condolences go to his wife, family, friends and the entire football world at home and abroad. We wish everyone a lot of strength in this difficult time."
Holland's friendly against France will stop after 14 minutes on Friday for a minute-long silence in tribute to Cruyff, who wore the number 14 shirt as a player.
Johan Cruyff: Netherlands great dies of cancer aged 68 - BBC Sport
