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Jordi Cruyff

Position: forward

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HAN P W D L F A Diff Win%
H 25 19 4 2 62 21 +41 76.00
A 26 10 9 7 42 35 +7 38.46
N 7 2 1 4 9 10 -1 28.57
TOTALS 58 31 14 13 113 66 +47 53.45

Name: Johan Jordi Cruyff
Birthdate: 09-02-1974
Age: 51
Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Height: 6' 0" (1.83m)
Weight: 11st (69.85kg)
Years at Club: 1996-2000
Signing Info: Transferred from: FC Barcelona, 09/08/1996, £1.5m
Previous Clubs: Celta Vigo (loan)
Debut: 17/08/1996 v Wimbledon (A) 3-0 (Premiership)
Farewell: Transferred to Deportivo Alavés, 30/06/2000, £Free
Passed Away:

Biography

Son of Johan Cruyff and his versatility in midfield and attack

Jordi Cruyff is a former Dutch footballer and versatile midfielder, known for his technical ability and tactical intelligence, much like his legendary father, Johan Cruyff. Jordi's career spanned top European leagues, including stints at Barcelona and Manchester United. Despite being in the shadow of his father's illustrious career, Jordi carved out his own path in football, playing for clubs across Spain, England, and Ukraine before transitioning into a successful managerial and executive career.

Early Career and Move to Barcelona
Born in Amsterdam, Jordi Cruyff began his professional career at Barcelona, where his father had both played and managed. Jordi rose through the youth ranks at the famed La Masia academy, making his first-team debut for Barcelona in 1994. He spent two seasons with Barcelona, winning the Supercopa de España and gaining valuable experience at one of Europe's top clubs.

Career at Manchester United (1996-2000)
In 1996, Sir Alex Ferguson signed Jordi Cruyff for Manchester United for £1.4 million. Despite his promise, Jordi's time at United was hindered by injuries, limiting his appearances and preventing him from fully showcasing his talents. He made 58 appearances for United, scoring 8 goals during his time at the club.

Key Moments at Manchester United:
Premier League Title (1996–97): Jordi contributed to Manchester United's 1996-97 Premier League title victory in his debut season.
Versatility: Known for his ability to play in multiple positions, including attacking midfield and forward, Cruyff was used in a variety of roles by Ferguson.
However, recurring injuries meant that Jordi struggled for consistency and regular playing time. In 1999, he was loaned to Celta Vigo before permanently leaving Manchester United in 2000.

Later Career and Playing Success
After leaving Manchester United, Cruyff continued his playing career in Spain with Alavés, where he enjoyed his most productive spell. Jordi was part of the Alavés team that reached the 2001 UEFA Cup final, where they narrowly lost to Liverpool in one of the most dramatic finals in European history. He later played for Espanyol and Metalurh Donetsk in Ukraine, before retiring in 2010.

International Career
Jordi Cruyff represented the Netherlands national team, earning 9 caps and scoring 1 goal. While his international career was relatively short, his technical skill and tactical understanding were valued when he was called upon.

Post-Retirement: Management and Executive Career
After retiring from football, Jordi transitioned into coaching and football management. He held various roles, including sporting director positions and managerial roles with clubs like Maccabi Tel Aviv and Shenzhen FC in China. He also served as sporting advisor to the Ecuador national team.

In 2021, Jordi returned to Barcelona in a technical role, further extending the legacy of the Cruyff name at the club where both he and his father made an impact.

Legacy
Though Jordi Cruyff's playing career was often overshadowed by his father's legendary status, he was a talented and versatile player in his own right. His contributions at Manchester United and Alavés, along with his later success as a coach and executive, have established him as a respected figure in world football. His ability to adapt to different roles on the pitch and his footballing intelligence are testament to the influence of his father's teachings, while his own managerial career has added another layer to the Cruyff family legacy.

Summary
Jordi Cruyff played for top European clubs like Barcelona and Manchester United and enjoyed a versatile playing career, despite being hampered by injuries. He won the Premier League with Manchester United and was part of the 2001 UEFA Cup final with Alavés. Following his playing career, Cruyff transitioned into coaching and football management, continuing the legacy of his famous footballing family.
 
League League Cup FA Cup Charity Shield European Cup Europa League Super Cup Cup Winners Cup Inter-cont Cup World Clubs Cup    
Season Goals Season Apps
No Season League Goals League Apps LC Goals LC Apps FAC Goals FAC Apps CS Goals CS Apps EC Goals EC Apps Europa Goals Europa Apps SC Goals SC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps IC Goals IC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps Season
Goals		 Season
Apps
1. 1996-1997 3 16 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 22
2. 1997-1998 0 5 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8
3. 1998-1999 2 5 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 11
4. 1999-2000 3 8 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 17
TOTALS 8 34 0 5 0 1 0 4 0 11 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 8 58

Detailed Match & Performance Charts

MUFC Player Goals MUFC Player Appearances MUFC Player Opponent Manager MUFC Player Club Manager
No Opponent Goals Appearances
1. Wimbledon 2 2
2. West Ham United 1 1
3. Watford 1 1
4. Southampton 1 1
5. Everton 1 1
6. Derby County 1 1
7. Blackburn Rovers 1 1
No Opponent Appearances Goals
1. Wimbledon 4 2
2. Aston Villa 4 0
3. Derby County 3 1
4. Tottenham Hotspur 3 0
5. Southampton 3 1
6. Leicester City 3 0
7. Chelsea 3 0
8. Newcastle United 2 0
9. Blackburn Rovers 2 1
10. Juventus 2 0
11. Fenerbahce 2 0
12. Coventry City 2 0
13. West Ham United 2 1
14. Barnsley 2 0
15. Arsenal 2 0
16. Brondby 2 0
17. Sturm Graz 2 0
18. Everton 1 1
19. Leeds United 1 0
20. Liverpool 1 0
21. Middlesbrough 1 0
22. Sunderland 1 0
23. Ipswich Town 1 0
24. Bayern Munich 1 0
25. Bury 1 0
26. Nottingham Forest 1 0
27. Lazio 1 0
28. Croatia Zagreb 1 0
29. Vasco Da Gama 1 0
30. South Melbourne 1 0
31. Valencia 1 0
32. Watford 1 1
No Opponent Manager No
1. Smith, Jim 3
2. O'Neill, Martin 3
3. Gregory, John 3
4. Keegan, Kevin 2
5. Kinnear, Joe 2
6. Lippi, Marcello 2
7. Francis, Gerry 2
8. Lazaroni, Sebastiao 2
9. Gullit, Ruud 2
10. Strachan, Gordon 2
11. Redknapp, Harry 2
12. Jones, Dave 2
13. Wilson, Danny 2
14. Wenger, Arsene 2
15. Skovdahl, Ebbe 2
16. Olsen, Egil 2
17. Osim, Ivica 2
18. Royle, Joe 1
19. Harford, Ray 1
20. Wilkinson, Howard 1
21. Little, Brian 1
22. Evans, Roy 1
23. Souness, Graeme 1
24. Robson, Bryan 1
25. Reid, Peter 1
26. Burley, George 1
27. Hitzfeld, Ottmar 1
28. Warnock, Neil 1
29. Bassett, Dave 1
30. Hodgson, Roy 1
31. Eriksson, Sven-Goran 1
32. Vlak, Marijan 1
33. Lopes, Antonio 1
34. Postecoglou, Ange 1
35. Cuper, Hector 1
36. Vialli, Gianluca 1
37. Taylor, Graham 1
38. Graham, George 1
No MUFC Managers Count
1. Ferguson, Alex 58
Stadiums Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
No Stadium Count
1. Old Trafford 25
2. Wembley 4
3. Villa Park 3
4. Filbert Street 2
5. Maracana Stadium 2
6. Selhurst Park 2
7. The Dell 2
8. Baseball Ground 1
9. Elland Road 1
10. Maksimir Stadium 1
11. Mestalla Stadium 1
12. Olympic Stadium, Munich 1
13. Parken Stadion 1
14. Portman Road 1
15. Pride Park 1
16. Riverside Stadium 1
17. Roker Park 1
18. Schwarzenegger Stadium 1
19. St James Park, Newcastle 1
20. Stade Louis II 1
21. Stadio Delle Alpi 1
22. Stamford Bridge 1
23. Sukru Saracoglu 1
24. Vicarage Road 1
25. White Hart Lane 1
No Competition Count
1. Premiership 34
2. European Cup 11
3. League Cup 5
4. Charity Shield 4
5. Club World Cup 2
6. FA Cup 1
7. Super Cup 1
No Opponent Count
1. Wimbledon 4
2. Aston Villa 4
3. Derby County 3
4. Tottenham Hotspur 3
5. Southampton 3
6. Leicester City 3
7. Chelsea 3
8. Newcastle United 2
9. Blackburn Rovers 2
10. Juventus 2
11. Fenerbahce 2
12. Coventry City 2
13. West Ham United 2
14. Barnsley 2
15. Arsenal 2
16. Brondby 2
17. Sturm Graz 2
18. Everton 1
19. Leeds United 1
20. Liverpool 1
21. Middlesbrough 1
22. Sunderland 1
23. Ipswich Town 1
24. Bayern Munich 1
25. Bury 1
26. Nottingham Forest 1
27. Lazio 1
28. Croatia Zagreb 1
29. Vasco Da Gama 1
30. South Melbourne 1
31. Valencia 1
32. Watford 1
No Opponent Nationality Count
1. England 44
2. Italy 3
3. Turkey 2
4. Denmark 2
5. Austria 2
6. Germany 1
7. Croatia 1
8. Brazil 1
9. Australia 1
10. Spain 1
Roy Keane own goal v Real Madrid Old Trafford 2000 Cup Finals
No Date Opponent Competition Own Goals
Player has never scored an own goal against the club.
No Date Opponent WDL F-A Competition
1. 11-08-1996 Newcastle United W 4-0 Charity Shield
2. 03-08-1997 Chelsea D 1-1 Charity Shield
3. 09-08-1998 Arsenal L 0-3 Charity Shield
4. 01-08-1999 Arsenal L 1-2 Charity Shield
5. 27-08-1999 Lazio L 0-1 Super Cup
Penalties scored for Manchester United Manchester United Hat-Tricks
No Date Opponents Competition Penaltys
Player has never scored a penalty for the club.
No Date Opponent Competition Goals
Player has never scored a hat-trick or better during a game.
 
Red Cards  
No Date Opponent Competition
Player has never been sent off during a match.
 

All Matches played
No Date Comp Opponent WDL F-A HAN Goal!! Scorers Opponent scorers
1. 11-08-1996 CS Newcastle United W 4-0 N 0 Eric Cantona 25', Nicky Butt 30', David Beckham 86', Roy Keane 88'
2. 17-08-1996 PL Wimbledon W 3-0 A 0 Eric Cantona 25', Denis Irwin 57', David Beckham 87'
3. 21-08-1996 PL Everton D 2-2 H 1 Jordi Cruyff 70', David Unsworth 82' (o.g.) Duncan Ferguson 35', 41'
4. 25-08-1996 PL Blackburn Rovers D 2-2 H 1 Jordi Cruyff 38', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 69' Paul Warhurst 34', Lars Bohinen 51'
5. 04-09-1996 PL Derby County D 1-1 A 0 David Beckham 38' Jacob Laursen 25'
6. 07-09-1996 PL Leeds United W 4-0 A 0 Nigel Martyn 3' (o.g.), Nicky Butt 49', Karel Poborsky 76', Eric Cantona 90'
7. 11-09-1996 EC/UCL Juventus L 0-1 A 0 Alen Boksic 34'
8. 21-09-1996 PL Aston Villa D 0-0 A 0
9. 29-09-1996 PL Tottenham Hotspur W 2-0 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 38', 57'
10. 12-10-1996 PL Liverpool W 1-0 H 0 David Beckham 23'
11. 16-10-1996 EC/UCL Fenerbahce W 2-0 A 0 David Beckham 55', Eric Cantona 60'
12. 20-10-1996 PL Newcastle United L 0-5 A 0 Darren Peacock 13', David Ginola 31', Les Ferdinand 63', Alan Shearer 75', Philippe Albert 84'
13. 26-10-1996 PL Southampton L 3-6 A 0 David Beckham 42', David May 56', Paul Scholes 89' Eyal Berkovic 6', 84', Matt Le Tissier 35', Egil Ostenstad 45', 86', Phil Neville 90' (o.g.)
14. 30-10-1996 EC/UCL Fenerbahce L 0-1 H 0 Elvir Bolic 78'
15. 20-11-1996 EC/UCL Juventus L 0-1 H 0 Alessandro Del Piero 35' (pen)
16. 23-11-1996 PL Middlesbrough D 2-2 A 0 Roy Keane 17', David May 73' Fabrizio Ravanelli 27', Craig Hignett 82' (pen)
17. 27-11-1996 LC Leicester City L 0-2 A 0 Steve Claridge 39', Emile Heskey 77'
18. 30-11-1996 PL Leicester City W 3-1 H 0 Nicky Butt 76', 87', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 85' Neil Lennon 90'
19. 22-02-1997 PL Chelsea D 1-1 A 0 David Beckham 68' Gianfranco Zola 2'
20. 01-03-1997 PL Coventry City W 3-1 H 0 Gary Breen 4' (o.g.), Eoin Jess 5' (o.g.), Karel Poborsky 47' Darren Huckerby 85'
21. 08-03-1997 PL Sunderland L 1-2 A 0 Andy Melville 77' (o.g.) Michael Gray 52', John Mullin 76'
22. 11-05-1997 PL West Ham United W 2-0 H 1 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 12', Jordi Cruyff 84'
23. 03-08-1997 CS Chelsea D 1-1 N 0 Ronny Johnsen 58' *Mark Hughes 52'
24. 10-08-1997 PL Tottenham Hotspur W 2-0 A 0 Nicky Butt 82', Ramon Vega 83' (o.g.)
25. 13-08-1997 PL Southampton W 1-0 H 0 David Beckham 79'
26. 23-08-1997 PL Leicester City D 0-0 A 0
27. 14-10-1997 LC Ipswich Town L 0-2 A 0 Alex Mathie 13', Mauricio Taricco 45'
28. 25-10-1997 PL Barnsley W 7-0 H 0 Andrew Cole 17', 19', 45', Ryan Giggs 43', 57', Paul Scholes 59', Karel Poborsky 80'
29. 15-02-1998 FAC Barnsley D 1-1 H 0 Teddy Sheringham 42' John Hendrie 38'
30. 21-02-1998 PL Derby County W 2-0 H 0 Ryan Giggs 19', Denis Irwin 71' (pen)
31. 09-08-1998 CS Arsenal L 0-3 N 0 Marc Overmars 34', Christopher Wreh 57', Nicholas Anelka 72'
32. 30-09-1998 EC/UCL Bayern Munich D 2-2 A 0 Dwight Yorke 30', Paul Scholes 49' Giovane Elber 11', 90'
33. 03-10-1998 PL Southampton W 3-0 A 1 Dwight Yorke 12', Andrew Cole 60', Jordi Cruyff 75'
34. 17-10-1998 PL Wimbledon W 5-1 H 0 Andrew Cole 19', 88', Ryan Giggs 45', David Beckham 47', Dwight Yorke 52' Jason Euell 39'
35. 21-10-1998 EC/UCL Brondby W 6-2 A 0 Ryan Giggs 2', 21', Andrew Cole 28', Roy Keane 55', Dwight Yorke 60', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 62' Kim Daugaard 35', Ebbe Sand 90'
36. 24-10-1998 PL Derby County D 1-1 A 1 Jordi Cruyff 86' Deon Burton 75'
37. 28-10-1998 LC Bury W 2-0 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 106', Erik Nevland 115'
38. 04-11-1998 EC/UCL Brondby W 5-0 H 0 David Beckham 7', Andrew Cole 12', Phil Neville 16', Dwight Yorke 28', Paul Scholes 62'
39. 11-11-1998 LC Nottingham Forest W 2-1 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 57', 60' Steve Stone 68'
40. 14-11-1998 PL Blackburn Rovers W 3-2 H 0 Paul Scholes 31', 59', Dwight Yorke 43' Dario Marcolin 66', Nathan Blake 74'
41. 10-01-1999 PL West Ham United W 4-1 H 0 Dwight Yorke 10', Andrew Cole 40', 68', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 81' Frank Lampard 89'
42. 01-08-1999 CS Arsenal L 1-2 N 0 Dwight Yorke 37' Nwankwo Kanu 67' (pen), Ray Parlour 77'
43. 27-08-1999 ESC Lazio L 0-1 N 0 Marcelo Salas 35'
44. 18-09-1999 PL Wimbledon D 1-1 H 1 Jordi Cruyff 74' Walid Badir 16'
45. 22-09-1999 EC/UCL Sturm Graz W 3-0 A 0 Roy Keane 16', Dwight Yorke 31', Andrew Cole 33'
46. 13-10-1999 LC Aston Villa L 0-3 A 0 Julian Joachim 18', Ian Taylor 49', Steve Stone 90'
47. 27-10-1999 EC/UCL Croatia Zagreb W 2-1 A 0 David Beckham 32', Roy Keane 49' Robert Prosinecki 87'
48. 30-10-1999 PL Aston Villa W 3-0 H 0 Paul Scholes 30', Andrew Cole 45', Roy Keane 65'
49. 02-11-1999 EC/UCL Sturm Graz W 2-1 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 56', Roy Keane 65' Ivica Vastic 88' (pen)
50. 08-01-2000 WCC Vasco Da Gama L 1-3 N 0 Nicky Butt 81' Romario 24', 26', Edmundo 43'
51. 11-01-2000 WCC South Melbourne W 2-0 N 0 Quinton Fortune 8', 20'
52. 05-02-2000 PL Coventry City W 3-2 H 0 Andrew Cole 40', 55', Paul Scholes 77' Cedric Rousell 65', 90'
53. 26-02-2000 PL Wimbledon D 2-2 A 1 Jordi Cruyff 30', Andrew Cole 80' Jason Euell 2', Carl Cort 63'
54. 21-03-2000 EC/UCL Valencia D 0-0 A 0
55. 24-04-2000 PL Chelsea W 3-2 H 0 Dwight Yorke 11', 69', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 40' Dan Petrescu 22', Gianfranco Zola 36'
56. 29-04-2000 PL Watford W 3-2 A 1 Dwight Yorke 69', Ryan Giggs 71', Jordi Cruyff 87' Heidar Helguson 34', Tommy Smith 78'
57. 06-05-2000 PL Tottenham Hotspur W 3-1 H 0 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 5', David Beckham 34', Teddy Sheringham 36' Chris Armstrong 20'
58. 14-05-2000 PL Aston Villa W 1-0 A 0 Teddy Sheringham 65'
 

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