Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Johan Neeskens has passed away at the age of 73 in the Netherlands. The Betway Premiership champions confirmed this week.
JOHAN NEESKENS PASSES AWAY
Neeskens’ passing was announced by his former club and Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam on Monday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Johan Neeskens. Our thoughts are with his family at this time,” Ajax announced.
“Rest in peace, Ajax legend,” the club concluded.
Neskeens, who’s playing career included the mighty FC Barcelona, coached Sundowns between July 2011 and July 2012.
From the 50 games with Kabo Yellow, Neeskens won 18 times, lost 16 times and drew 16 games before he resigned from Sundowns to join Turkish giants Galatasaray.
MAMELODI SUNDOWNS STATEMENT
“The Chairman and the Motsepe Family, the Board of Directors, Technical Team, Players, Management, Staff, Supporters of Mamelodi Sundowns FC & the entire Yellow Nation express their deepest condolences to Marlis and the entire family as we mourn the loss of former Mamelodi Sundowns Coach and Dutch Legend, Johan Neeskens,” the club said.
“Considered one of the greatest players of all time, Neeskens was the Head Coach of Mamelodi Sundowns between July 2011 and December 2012.
“We pray that the Almighty God comforts and strengthens his family, friends, the Dutch Nation and the world at large.
“The legacy, life and memory of the beloved Johan Neeskens will live on beyond our time,” Sundowns concluded.
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