Koeman bids farewell to the Netherlands national team.

Ronald Koeman's decision to step down came less than 24 hours after the Netherlands suffered a bitter elimination by Morocco in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup.

Ronald Koeman will resign after the 2026 World Cup .

In an official statement, the 63-year-old coach admitted that the early elimination was a huge shock for the entire team and for himself personally. "Last night, I made the decision to end my tenure. We dreamed of a historic World Cup, but that didn't happen. No one is more disappointed than I am right now," the Dutch strategist shared.

As the leader, he asserted that he was fully responsible for the team's results. Besides professional considerations, Koeman also revealed the personal reasons behind his decision to leave.

The former Barcelona coach said recent experiences have reminded him that life outside the pitch holds more important values ​​than football.

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Koeman returned to manage the Netherlands for the second time in 2023, carrying high expectations of leading the team back to the top of the world. Concluding his speech, he expressed his deep gratitude to the players, coaching staff, the Dutch Football Federation (KNVB), and the fans for their trust and support throughout his tenure.

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