FOOTBALL’S FAMOUS FATHERS AND SONS
GHEORGHE & IANIS HAGI
Real Madrid and Barcelona legend Gheorghe is regarded as the greatest Romanian footballer of all time. Now all his attention will be on the development of son Ianis who is determined to make his mark following his permanent transfer from Genk to Rangers under boss Steven Gerrard.
KENNY & PAUL DALGLISH
Father needs no introduction. Former Celtic, Liverpool and Scotland striker conquered Europe’s biggest stages and remains the most capped Scotland player of all time. A tough act to follow for son Paul, who is currently president and general manager at Miami FC after a playing career in Britain and the USA.
PETER & KASPER SCHMEICHEL
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter was a key part of the glory years under Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford, both domestically and in Europe. Son Kasper has proven just as influential for Leicester, picking up the gloves from his dad and remarkably winning Premier League title with the Foxes in 2016.
BRIAN & NIGEL CLOUGH
Two-time European Cup winner at Nottingham Forest, the late Brian remains one of THE legends of English football. Son Nigel was brave enough to follow his illustrious dad into management. A former player at Forest, Liverpool, Manchester City and Burton Albion, he stepped down as boss of the latter earlier this month.
FRANK LAMPARD SENIOR & JUNIOR
The former made 670 appearances for West Ham, while his son enjoyed success over 13 years at Chelsea. He is their all-time top scorer with 211 goals and made 648 appearances. Capped 106 times for England and is now boss at Stamford Bridge.
JOHAN & JORDI CRUYFF
Dutch superstar Johan won multiple titles at Ajax and Barcelona while serving as player and manager. He was a three-time Ballon d’Or winner. Son is a former Barcelona and Manchester United star, winning the league title while at Old Trafford in 1996-97. Currently head coach of Ecuador.
YOURI & OAN DJORKAEFF
Father was a World Cup winner with France in 1998 and also triumphed at Euro 2000. His midfielder son has struggled to step out of his father’s giant shadow. Joined Premiership St Mirren last summer on a one-year deal.