Koeman quits after early World Cup exit, cites disappointment

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as head coach of the Netherlands national team, announcing his departure in an Instagram post after the side's premature exit from the World Cup. The decision ends his tenure with Oranje, which began in 2023, and underscores the disappointment felt by the Dutch camp. Koeman is 63 years old, placing him among the senior figures in Dutch football management.

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The early elimination occurred at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Netherlands failed to progress beyond the group stage.

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In an extensive Instagram statement, Koeman wrote, "It hurts that my period with Oranje ends like this," expressing his disappointment over the way his tenure concluded.