FA to mark passing of Dutch legend Johan Cruyff

Sunday 27 Mar 2016
Johan Cruyff passed away last week at the age of 68

The FA will mark the passing of Dutch legend Johan Cruyff during England’s fixture with the Netherlands on Tuesday.

The occasion at Wembley Stadium connected by EE will also allow supporters the chance to pay their respects to the victims of the Brussels attacks.

England v Netherlands

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Wembley Stadium connected by EE
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After what has been an emotional week for football fans across Europe, both sets of players will wear black armbands in front of the sell-out crowd.

A minute’s silence will be observed before kick-off in memory of those who lost their lives during the atrocities in the Belgian capital earlier this week.

Then, in the 14th minute, supporters inside Wembley will be encouraged to participate in a minute’s applause to celebrate the inspirational live of Cruyff, widely recognised as the Netherlands’ greatest ever player.

A tribute to the Dutch great will also be included in the official matchday programme.

England manager Roy Hodgson pays tribute to Johan Cruyff

By FA Staff