Louis van Gaal
Born: August 8, 1951 (age 73)
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 5,127 articles about Louis van Gaal. Articles 1 to 40:
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
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
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
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
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, 23:53
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, 23:45
Real Madrid leading the way: Which club has won the most Champions Leagues?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at which club has won the European Cup/Champions League the most often.
Sep 17, 05:00
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, 09:12
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, 16:23
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, 18:48
Dennis Bergkamp's 10 greatest goals of all time
To celebrate Dennis Bergkamp's 55th birthday, Sports Mole counts down the Arsenal legend's 10 greatest ever goals.
May 10, 13:26
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, 10:27
"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, 20:37
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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, 16:46
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, 09:13
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, 18:48
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, 11:13
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, 21:42
Preview: Netherlands vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Nations League third-place playoff between the Netherlands and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 16, 18:19
Jurrien Timber opens door to Ajax exit amid Manchester United, Liverpool links
Liverpool and Manchester United-linked defender Jurrien Timber refuses to rule out an exit from Ajax in the summer transfer window.
Jun 13, 12:44
How the Netherlands could line up against France
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Friday's Euro 2024 qualifier with France.
Mar 22, 16:01
Preview: France vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between France and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 22, 15:49
Preview: Istanbul Basaksehir vs. Gent - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Europa Conference League clash between Istanbul Basaksehir and Gent, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 13, 10:40
Manchester United 'closing in on Jeremie Frimpong signing'
Manchester United are getting "closer and closer" to the signing of Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong, according to journalist Christian Falk.
Mar 6, 16:07
Ronald Koeman questions Cody Gakpo Liverpool move
Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman believes that Liverpool attacker Cody Gakpo moved to the Premier League too early as he struggles to adapt to life in England.
Feb 8, 11:34
Tottenham confirm Arnaut Danjuma signing
Tottenham Hotspur confirm the signing of Villarreal attacker Arnaut Danjuma on loan until the end of the season.
Jan 25, 14:36
Liverpool suffer blow in Teun Koopmeiners pursuit
Atalanta BC head coach Gian Piero Gasperini insists that Liverpool target Teun Koopmeiners will not be leaving the club in January.
Jan 10, 17:13
Manchester United overcome Everton to advance in FA Cup
Manchester United record a 3-1 victory over fellow Premier League side Everton at Old Trafford to progress to the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 21:56
Liverpool 'keeping tabs on Teun Koopmeiners'
Liverpool are reportedly keeping tabs on Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners, with assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders taking a growing influence in recruitment.
Jan 5, 21:34
Liverpool 'closing in on Cody Gakpo signing'
Liverpool are reportedly closing in on the signing of PSV Eindhoven forward Cody Gakpo for an initial fee of £37m, with the potential to rise to £50m.
Dec 26, 22:09
Atletico Madrid 'considering January move for Memphis Depay'
Barcelona forward Memphis Depay reportedly emerges as a transfer target for Atletico Madrid.
Dec 23, 13:58
The best games of the 2022 World Cup
Sports Mole counts down the five best games of the 2022 World Cup following Argentina's thrilling victory over France in Sunday's final.
Dec 19, 11:13
Real Madrid to rival Manchester United for Cody Gakpo?
Real Madrid reportedly plan to rival Manchester United for the signature of PSV Eindhoven attacker Cody Gakpo next summer.
Dec 15, 09:07
