Cruyff in van Praag's corner

Soccer legend Johan Cruyff has thrown his weight behind fellow Dutchman Michael van Praag in the race for FIFA's presidency, saying his friend is "somebody you can count on."

Writing for popular daily tabloid De Telegraaf on Monday, Cruyff said: "If van Praag ever asked for my support, he's got it. I've known him for 50 years and we remain good friends. He's someone you can count on."

Dutch soccer chief van Praag threw his hat in the ring a week ago in a bid to dethrone FIFA president Sepp Blatter, saying he would stand for one term only.