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Xavi Hernández appointed head coach of Netherlands national team
Xavi Hernández has been officially appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands national football team, signing a contract through the 2030 World Cup. He succeeds Ronald Koeman following the team's exit from the 2026 World Cup.
During his presentation at the KNVB headquarters in Zeist, Director of Football Nigel de Jong revealed that Xavi was the third choice for the position, after Pep Guardiola declined due to a planned sabbatical and Arne Slot chose to remain in club football. Xavi remarked that being third after such names was “at least on the podium.”
The former Barcelona midfielder aims to restore the “Total Football” identity, emphasizing an attacking philosophy, ball possession, and high pressure. His coaching staff includes Sergio Alegre, Óscar Hernández, Iván Torres, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Adil Ramzi, and goalkeeping coach Patrick Lodewijks.
Xavi's first match in charge will be a Nations League fixture against Germany on September 24. He also addressed player selection, stating that performance remains the priority regardless of whether players compete in the Eredivisie or the Saudi Pro League.
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KNVB · Netherlands national football team · Netherlands national team · Nigel de Jong · Pep Guardiola · Ronald Koeman · Royal Dutch Football Association · Ruud van Nistelrooy · Xavi Hernández · Zeist
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Xavi replaces Ronald Koeman as the head coach. lemaroc360.com · www.foxdeportes.com · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [● 3 SOURCES] Xavi Hernández has begun his role as the head coach of the Netherlands national team. lemaroc360.com · www.foxdeportes.com · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Netherlands' first match under Xavi is against Germany on September 24. lemaroc360.com · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [● 3 SOURCES] Patrick Lodewijks will serve as the goalkeeping coach. lemaroc360.com · www.foxdeportes.com · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Xavi's project aims to reach its peak at the 2030 World Cup. lemaroc360.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The coaching staff includes Sergio Alegre, Óscar Hernández, Ruud van Nistelrooy, and Adil Ramzi as assistant coaches. lemaroc360.com · www.foxdeportes.com · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Netherlands was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup by Morocco in a penalty shootout. lemaroc360.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Iván Torres will serve as the physical trainer. lemaroc360.com · www.foxdeportes.com · www.prensa-latina.cu