Louis van Gaal
Born: August 8, 1951 (age 70)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nationality: 
Dutch
DutchRole: Manager
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Managerial | 1986-1988 | AZ Alkmaar (assistant) |
| 1988-1991 | Ajax (assistant) | |
| 1991-1997 | Ajax | |
| 1997-2000 | Barcelona | |
| 2000-2002 | Netherlands | |
| 2002-2004 | Barcelona | |
| 2005-2009 | AZ Alkmaar | |
| 2009-2011 | Bayern Munich | |
| 2012-2014 | Netherlands | |
| 2014-2016 | Manchester United | |
Sports Mole has 4,966 articles about Louis van Gaal. Articles 1 to 40:
Pep Guardiola at 51: How Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho's careers compare at same age
On Pep Guardiola's 51st birthday, Sports Mole takes a look at the Spaniard's illustrious managerial career compared with Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho when they were the same age.
Jan 18, 06:00
Chelsea out to break Champions League clean sheet record versus Zenit
Chelsea will be looking to set a new Champions League record when they face Zenit St Petersburg on Wednesday evening.
Dec 7, 10:30
How Manchester City players including Ilkay Gundogan, Kevin De Bruyne fared on international duty
Sports Mole rounds up which Manchester City players were in action for their respective nations during November's international break.
Nov 18, 08:00
How Netherlands could line up against Norway
Sports Mole looks at how Netherlands could line up in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier with Norway.
Nov 14, 12:50
Preview: Netherlands vs. Norway - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Netherlands and Norway, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 14, 12:41
Preview: Montenegro vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Montenegro and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 11, 15:21
UEFA World Cup qualifying permutations: Who needs what to qualify for Qatar?
Sports Mole takes a look at the permutations for the final round of UEFA World Cup 2022 Qualifying and who needs what to advance.
Nov 11, 14:21
Gary Neville admits Manchester United performances are "unacceptable"
Manchester United legend Gary Neville admits that the team's performances this season have been "unacceptable", but does not believe they will sack Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Nov 9, 22:41
Ed Woodward to delay Manchester United exit?
Ed Woodward could remain in his role as Manchester United executive vice-chairman until next April, according to a report.
Oct 27, 23:23
Preview: Netherlands vs. Gibraltar - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between the Netherlands and Gibraltar, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 9, 10:16
Preview: Turkey vs. Norway - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Turkey and Norway, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 6, 11:11
Preview: Latvia vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Latvia and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 6, 09:47
Preview: Montenegro vs. Latvia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Montenegro and Latvia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 5, 14:08
How Netherlands could line up against Turkey
Sports Mole looks at how Netherlands could line up in Tuesday's World Cup 2022 qualifier against Turkey.
Sep 5, 11:14
Preview: Netherlands vs. Turkey - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Netherlands and Turkey, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 5, 11:02
How the Netherlands could line up against Montenegro
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Montenegro.
Sep 2, 20:51
Preview: Netherlands vs. Montenegro - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Netherlands and Montenegro, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 2, 20:43
Donny van de Beek agent hits out Manchester United over blocked exit
The agent of Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek expresses his frustration at the club for blocking a deadline day switch to Everton.
Sep 1, 09:23
How the Netherlands could line up against Norway
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier against Norway.
Aug 30, 18:48
Preview: Norway vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Norway and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 30, 18:41
Louis van Gaal returns to management with third spell as Holland boss
The 69-year-old comes out of retirement to succeed Frank De Frank de Boer.
Aug 4, 11:08
A closer look at Manchester United's spending since last league triumph
The Old Trafford club have not won the Premier League crown since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013.
Jul 28, 13:35
How does Ole Gunnar Solskjaer compare to previous Man United managers?
The Norwegian has committed his future to the club until 2024 at least.
Jul 24, 12:36
A closer look at Ed Woodward's time as Man United chief executive
He advised the Glazer family on their takeover of the club.
Apr 20, 22:20
Luke Shaw heaps praise on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer man-management
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw praises Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's man-management skills in helping him regain his form and enjoyment of the game.
Mar 23, 17:10
On This Day in 2013: Ryan Giggs extends Man United contract
Within days of signing the contract, the Welshman reached another landmark.
Mar 1, 08:30
Adnan Januzaj hits out at Manchester United treatment under Mourinho, Van Gaal
Ex-Manchester United youngster Adnan Januzaj feels that he was not given a fair opportunity to make a name for himself at the club under Louis Van Gaal and Jose Mourinho.
Feb 16, 18:45
Marcos Rojo leaves Manchester United for Boca Juniors
Marcos Rojo, 30, joined the Red Devils in summer 2014 but has not featured for the club since November 2019.
Feb 2, 14:31
Louis van Gaal hints Marcus Rashford could leave Manchester United
Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes that Marcus Rashford is not guaranteed to stay at Old Trafford for the rest of his career.
Dec 20, 18:37
Van Gaal: 'Donny van de Beek did not make a good choice signing for Man Utd'
Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes that Donny van de Beek made a mistake by choosing to sign for Manchester United amid his lack of game time.
Dec 13, 17:49
Former youth coach backs Marcus Rashford to break Man United goalscoring record
Marcus Rashford has scored 77 times for United since his debut in 2016.
Dec 11, 12:18
An in-depth look at English teams' Champions League opponents
Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester clubs City and United are all playing this week.
Nov 30, 13:33
How does Ole Gunnar Solskjaer compare to previous Manchester United managers?
The Norwegian's future at Old Trafford appears more uncertain following a surprise defeat by Istanbul Basaksehir.
Nov 5, 18:14
Exclusive: Luke Chadwick hopeful Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is given time at Manchester United
Former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick wants Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to be given the time to make his mark at Old Trafford.
Oct 1, 19:21
Bayern Munich's previous European Cup/Champions League finals
Sports Mole takes a look at Bayern Munich's previous European Cup/Champions League finals ahead of Sunday's showdown with Paris Saint-Germain.
Aug 20, 17:45
Nemanja Matic confident Anthony Martial will net more hat-tricks for Man United
The Frenchman has scored 19 goals this season.
Jun 25, 16:18
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer "very happy" for hat-trick hero Anthony Martial
The French forward scored his first United hat-trick in front of empty stands at Old Trafford.
Jun 24, 21:51
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Anthony Martial enjoying his best season yet'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hopeful that Anthony Martial can kick on when the Premier League restarts to round off his "best season" on a high.
Jun 10, 12:37
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Jadon Sancho, Victor Osimhen, Adam Lallana
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 30, 07:57
Louis van Gaal hits out at Manchester United's transfer policy
Former Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal criticises the club's transfer policy and says that they failed to sign the players that he wanted.
May 29, 15:27
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