Louis van Gaal

Born: August 8, 1951

Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)

Hometown: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nationality: Netherlands Dutch

Role: Manager
Louis van Gaal
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Career History
Managerial1986-1988AZ Alkmaar (assistant)
1988-1991Ajax (assistant)
1991-1997Ajax
1997-2000Barcelona
2000-2002Netherlands
2002-2004Barcelona
2005-2009AZ Alkmaar
2009-2011Bayern Munich
2012-2014Netherlands
2014-2016Manchester United
Sports Mole has 5,153 articles about Louis van Gaal. Articles 1 to 40:
Liverpool's Florian Wirtz on August 4, 2025
Liverpool vs. Manchester United: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch Arne Slot's Liverpool face Ruben Amorim's Manchester United in the Premier League at Anfield on Sunday.
Oct 16, 20:56
 Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim pictured on September 27, 2025
Ruben Amorim can match Sir Alex Ferguson achievement, end 38-year streak in Man United vs. Sunderland
Ruben Amorim can achieve a feat that no Manchester United boss since Sir Alex Ferguson has achieved in Saturday's Premier League showdown with Sunderland at Old Trafford.
Oct 4, 07:02
 Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on April 30, 2025
Manchester United news: Ruben Amorim sack latest as Jim Ratcliffe 'stance' on 'backing' boss revealed amid Premier League woes
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is under pressure, and the latest report claims to reveal co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's position on his future.
Sep 28, 17:38
 Real Madrid's Karim Benzema lifts the Champions League trophy on May 28, 2022
Which club has won the most Champions League trophies in history?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at which club has won the European Cup/Champions League the most often.
Sep 17, 08:00
 Barcelona's Marcus Rashford in action against Newcastle United on September 18, 2025
Newcastle vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between Barcelona and Newcastle United.
Sep 16, 20:00
 Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on September 14, 2025
Ruben Amorim future: Damning statistic shows extent of the Portuguese's struggles at Man United
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has the worst win percentage of any permanent manager of the club since the Second World War.
Sep 15, 09:39
 Louis van Gaal on March 16, 2025
Louis van Gaal birthday: Can you name the six managers to have won the European Cup/Champions League and UEFA Cup/Europa League?
To celebrate Louis van Gaal's birthday, Sports Mole challenges you to name the six managers to have won both the European Cup/Champions League and UEFA Cup/Europa League.
Aug 8, 09:46
 Andre Schurrle celebrates with team mates after scoring the sixth goal for Germany against Brazil at the 2014 World Cup
The top 10 biggest World Cup shocks of all time, one year out from the 2026 edition
Sports Mole looks back at the 10 most shocking results in World Cup history, including the Miracle of Bern from 1954 and the Agony of Mineirao in 2014.
Jun 11, 16:26
 Ajax celebrate with the Champions League trophy in 1995
Remembering Ajax's 1994-95 season on the 30th anniversary of their Champions League final triumph
On the 30-year anniversary of Ajax's 1995 Champions League triumph, Sports Mole takes a look back at Louis van Gaal's era-defining team.
May 24, 12:08
 Dennis Bergkamp for Arsenal
Dennis Bergkamp birthday: The Dutchman's 10 greatest goals of all time
To celebrate Dennis Bergkamp's 56th birthday, Sports Mole counts down the Arsenal legend's 10 greatest ever goals.
May 10, 11:43
 Arsenal's Jens Lehmann celebrates on April 25, 2006
Arsenal vs. PSG: How both teams have fared in previous Champions League semi-finals
Ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, Sports Mole looks at both sides' semi-final history in the tournament.
Apr 28, 15:53
 Ryan Giggs in action for Manchester United in 2009
Former Man United winger Ryan Giggs issues Marcus Rashford verdict as Englishman faces a crossroads in his career
Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs expects Marcus Rashford to leave the 20-time English champions on a permanent basis this summer.
Apr 25, 06:48
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at a press conference on February 20, 2024
Arsenal vs. PSV Eindhoven: Mikel Arteta to join distinguished club with a second-leg win?
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has the chance to join an illustrious Champions League club if he can lead his side to victory over PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.
Mar 11, 17:58
 Tomasz Kuszczak gives his verdict on Ruben Amorim's start to life at Manchester United on January 7, 2025
Man Utd players are "good enough" and squad overhaul in transfer window would not fix Amorim's "biggest issue" - Tomasz Kuszczak
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak tells Sports Mole that the current crop of players have the ability to turn things around at Old Trafford.
Jan 10, 18:19
 Manchester United's Marcus Rashford on December 7, 2024
Marcus Rashford latest: Forward 'had problems' with previous Manchester United managers, Ruben Amorim excludes star
Marcus Rashford is reportedly problematic to work with and Ruben Amorim has issues with the forward, as has every Manchester United manager Rashford has played for.
Dec 30, 00:13
 Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on November 28, 2024
Man City vs. Man United: Ruben Amorim could suffer worst run of managerial career just weeks into Red Devils tenure in derby
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim would suffer the worst run of his managerial career if his side suffer a defeat in the Manchester derby.
Dec 14, 07:47
 Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund celebrates scoring on December 7, 2024
Man City vs. Man United: Red Devils bidding to avoid worst away run in derby for 69 years
Manchester United will aim to avoid their worst away run in the Manchester derby since 1955 when they travel to Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday.
Dec 14, 07:29
 Manchester United club crest in 2024
Man United all-time leading appearance-makers: Can you name the top 10?
Sports Mole challenges you to name Manchester United's top 10 all-time leading appearance-makers, including a host of legends from their two golden eras.
Nov 29, 17:08
 Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim pictured on November 22, 2024
Preview:Ipswich Town vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Ipswich Town and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 22, 16:36
 Manchester United manager David Moyes and captain Nemanja Vidic with the Community Shield on August 11, 2013
Ruben Amorim arrives: How has every previous Man United boss since Sir Alex Ferguson fared during their first game?
Following Ruben Amorim's appointment at Manchester United, Sports Mole takes a look at how the club's previous managers have fared in their opening game.
Nov 11, 16:30
 New Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim pictured in November 2024
Ruben Amorim takes over as Man United manager: Where will Red Devils finish under new boss this season?
As Ruben Amorim officially takes over at Manchester United, the Sports Mole team debate where the 20-time English champions can expect to finish this season.
Nov 11, 11:03
 Manchester United chiefs Omar Berrada and Sir Dave Brailsford on August 24, 2024
Man United chief executive Omar Berrada sets deadline to win Premier League title?
Manchester United chief Omar Berrada is reportedly targeting a Premier League title by 2028, coinciding with the club's 125th anniversary year.
Sep 26, 22:53
 Manchester United's Paul Pogba celebrates with the Europa League trophy on May 24, 2017
Man United vs. FC Twente: How many times have Red Devils won the Europa League?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Manchester United's record in the Europa League.
Sep 23, 22:45
 Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag on August 3, 2024
Why Erik ten Hag could be doomed if Man United lose at Southampton
Erik ten Hag is out to avoid an unwanted Premier League first with Manchester United, which history suggests could threaten his job at Old Trafford.
Sep 14, 08:12
 Ineos chairman Jim Ratcliffe on March 17, 2023
Prolific former forward 'in talks' over Man United return as staff member
Manchester United approach Ruud van Nistelrooy about a possible return to Old Trafford as a staff member, according to a report.
Jun 23, 15:23
 Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on April 21, 2024
Manchester United 'make Erik ten Hag sack decision ahead of FA Cup final'
Manchester United reportedly make a decision over Erik ten Hag's future ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester City.
May 24, 17:48
 Feyenoord coach Arne Slot on October 4, 2023
Arsenal coach 'wanted by Feyenoord as Arne Slot replacement'
Feyenoord reportedly identify Arsenal assistant Albert Stuivenberg as an ideal successor to Liverpool-bound head coach Jurgen Klopp.
Apr 29, 09:27
 Feyenoord coach Arne Slot on October 4, 2023
"I am confident" - Arne Slot confirms desire to take Liverpool job
Feyenoord manager Arne Slot confirms that he wants to take over at Liverpool and reveals that talks between the two clubs are underway.
Apr 25, 19:37
 Qatar celebrate after capturing the Asian Cup versus Jordan on February 9, 2024
Preview:Qatar vs. Kuwait - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Qatar and Kuwait, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 19, 12:39
 Former Roma head coach Jose Mourinho on May 31, 2023
Jose Mourinho rules out possibility of Manchester United return
Jose Mourinho has dismissed rumours suggesting he has unfinished business at Manchester United, affirming that he has no intention of returning to the club as manager.
Feb 15, 19:25
 Scott McTominay in action for Manchester United on December 9, 2023
Manchester United 'set to trigger Scott McTominay contract extension'
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to tie Scott McTominay down to a longer-term contract by triggering a clause to extend his current deal by a further 12 months.
Jan 24, 19:31
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on November 5, 2023
Jurgen Klopp wary of threat Manchester United could provide on Sunday
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that the negative talk surrounding Manchester United makes the Red Devils a bigger threat on Sunday.
Dec 15, 17:28
 Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring for Liverpool on March 4, 2023
Liverpool vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Man Utd, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Dec 15, 07:56
 Feyenoord's Mats Wieffer (not pictured) celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on November 28, 2023
Preview:Feyenoord vs. PSV Eindhoven - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Eredivisie clash between Feyenoord and PSV Eindhoven, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 1, 21:44
 Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag pictured before the match on October 21, 2023
Peter Schmeichel backs Erik ten Hag amid sack reports
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel says that Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag deserves to be given time to turn things around at Old Trafford.
Nov 4, 10:26
 Arsenal assistant manager Albert Stuivenberg pictured in January 2022
Ajax to target Arsenal's Albert Stuivenberg as next manager?
Arsenal assistant head coach Albert Stuivenberg is reportedly on Ajax's list of candidates for a new manager to replace the recently-sacked Maurice Steijn.
Oct 26, 15:46
 Manchester United assistant manager Mitchell van der Gaag pictured in September 2023
Ajax considering Manchester United assistant as new manager?
Manchester United assistant manager Mitchell van der Gaag is reportedly being lined up by Ajax as a possible successor to the under-fire Maurice Steijn.
Oct 14, 08:13
 Louis van Gaal pictured in November 2017
Louis van Gaal returns to Ajax as external advisor
Louis van Gaal returns to his former club Ajax as an external advisor despite his ongoing battle with prostate cancer.
Oct 4, 17:48
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on August 13, 2023
Jurgen Klopp, Julian Nagelsmann, Louis van Gaal 'on eight-man Germany manager shortlist'
Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp is reportedly considered a 'dream' candidate to replace Hansi Flick as Germany manager, while Julian Nagelsmann and Louis van Gaal are also on their shortlist.
Sep 12, 10:13
 Netherlands' Nathan Ake celebrates scoring their second goal with Wout Weghorst and Matthijs de Ligt on March 27, 2023
Preview:Netherlands vs. Greece - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Netherlands and Greece, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 5, 20:42
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