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These players are participating in the Legends match between Ajax and Barcelona at a sold-out Johan Cruyff Arena

Ajax Legends and FC Barcelona Legends will face each other in a charity match at the sold-out Johan Cruijff Arena this Sunday. The event aims to raise funds for the Johan Cruyff Foundation to support sports projects for children.

The Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam will host a charity match this Sunday between the Ajax Legends and the FC Barcelona Legends. Coached by Danny Blind, the Ajax squad features stars like Edwin van der Sar, Wesley Sneijder, and Rafael van der Vaart. The Barcelona side includes players such as Javier Saviola, Eric Abidal, and Ludovic Giuly. Several iconic players who represented both clubs, including Frank de Boer, Jari Litmanen, and Patrick Kluivert, are scheduled to play a half for each team.

The event serves as a fundraiser for the Johan Cruyff Foundation, which establishes sports courts and funds programs for children worldwide. Proceeds from the ticket sales support the foundation established by the late club legend. Fans can tune into the live broadcast on Ziggo Sport starting at 14.00 hours. This match follows a recent exhibition game held in November 2024, where the Ajax Legends defeated Real Madrid Legends 2-1.

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