The title may sound strange but a victory for Spain would see the Dutch inspired Total Football philosophies realized on the biggest stage. Todays Spain is basically playing the Barcelona system. This was introduced to Barcelona by Rinus Michels, the coach of the last century, the father of Total Football bought the system with him to the team. Later Johan Cruyff, Michels footballing disciple carried the torch for Total football and spread it further and became a key member of Barcelona and cementing this philosophy into the club. The later Dutch and managers trained up from within the club all shared this same system.
The Dutch have turned their back on Total Football in this world cup, its ironic that they have been so successful doing this and that Spain could win the WC playing the "Dutch style".
Is it win win for Oranje
The Dutch have turned their back on Total Football in this world cup, its ironic that they have been so successful doing this and that Spain could win the WC playing the "Dutch style".
Is it win win for Oranje