# Death of Bartina Koeman

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-bartina-koeman
> Updated: 2026-09-20T13:09:03.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 2.

Bartina Koeman, wife of former Netherlands and FC Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman, has died at the age of 65 following a long battle with breast cancer. Her illness, which began with an initial diagnosis in 2010, became chronic in 2023. The struggle significantly impacted Ronald Koeman’s career, leading him to step down as the Netherlands national team coach to support her.

Following her death, the football community, including FC Barcelona and the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB), issued condolences. During a match between Telstar and AZ Alkmaar, a tribute was held in the 13th minute for Bartina Koeman. Her son, Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr., participated in the match despite his grief.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: Ronald Koeman Jr. honored following mother's passing

Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr. was moved to tears during a match against AZ Alkmaar following a stadium tribute to his late mother, Bartina Koeman.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ronald-koeman-jr-honored-following-mothers-passing

### 2026-09-16: Bartina Koeman dies at 65 after battle with breast cancer

Bartina Koeman, wife of former Netherlands and Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman, has died at 65 after a long battle with breast cancer.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ronald-koeman-mourns-the-death-of-his-wife-bartina

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