The 1973 European Cup Final was a

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match held at the

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, on 30 May 1973, in which

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of the Netherlands defeated Juventus of Italy 1–0. A goal from

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four minutes into the match was enough for Ajax to claim their third consecutive European Cup. This victory meant that Ajax had earned the privilege of keeping the trophy permanently.

Route to the final

Match

Details

Notes

References

External links

1972-73 season at UEFA website
1 European Cup Final 1973 European Cup Final 1973

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