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Netherlands · 1974–78Ruud Krol
Rating
89
Caps
83
Goals
4
Life
1949
Clubs
AFC Ajax, SSC Napoli, AS Cannes
Honours
Hall of Fame
#16
Editorial rank of 33 for Netherlands
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The people's rank, live from duel votes
An intelligent defender integral to Ajax's 'Total Football' era, Krol showcased his versatility and leadership in the 1974 and 1978 World Cup finals. Career record: 83 caps and 4 goals for Netherlands; club career at AFC Ajax, SSC Napoli, AS Cannes; honours include Hall of Fame.
Career record
| 1968–1980 | AFC Ajax |
| 1980–1984 | SSC Napoli |
| 1980–1980 | Vancouver Whitecaps |
| 1984–1986 | AS Cannes |
| Netherlands | 83 caps, 4 goals |
Shared the era
Netherlands legends whose careers overlapped Krol's