Ronald Koeman

Born: March 21, 1963

Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)

Hometown: Zaandam, The Netherlands
Nationality: Netherlands Dutch

Role: Manager
Ronald Koeman
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Career History
Managerial2001-2005Ajax
2005-2006Benfica
2006-2007PSV Eindhoven
2007-2009Valencia
2009-2011AZ Alkmaar
2011-2014Feyenoord
2014-2016Southampton
2016-2017Everton
2018-2020Netherlands
2020-2021Barcelona
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Ronald Koeman, coach of the Netherlands national team
Netherlands exit World Cup: Ronald Koeman suggests deadline for decision over future after last-32 exit
Ronald Koeman seemingly sets a deadline to make a decision over his Netherlands future after his team's exit from the World Cup at the hands of Morocco.
Jun 30, 10:31
 Ismael Saibari of Morocco celebrates
Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (2-3 on penalties): Atlas Lions survive Verbruggen heroics to advance at World Cup
Morocco beat the Netherlands on penalties after a 1-1 draw to book their place in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup following a dramatic encounter at the BBVA Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico on Monday evening.
Jun 30, 05:21
 Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk in action in September 2024.
Netherlands vs. Morocco: Why the Virgil van Dijk-led Dutch defence could be their World Cup undoing
Sports Mole explains why Netherlands defence could hold them back against Morocco despite Oranje's impressive World Cup campaign.
Jun 28, 17:32
 Cody Gakpo and Crysencio Summerville of the Netherlands celebrate on June 20, 2026
Preview:Netherlands vs Morocco - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Morocco, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 27, 17:20
 Ronaldo/Kane composite
World Cup 2026 last 32: Best and worst games in the knockout stage including Brazil vs. Japan and Argentina vs. Cape Verde
Sports Mole takes a look at some of the best and worst fixtures in the last 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with the group stage finally over.
Jun 25, 21:07
 Netherlands' Brian Brobbey celebrates with Noa Lang on November 19, 2024
Netherlands lineup vs. Tunisia: Predicted XI for World Cup clash
Sports Mole looks at how Netherlands could line up for their Group F clash with Tunisia at the World Cup on Thursday night.
Jun 23, 19:40
 Cody Gakpo and Crysencio Summerville of the Netherlands celebrate on June 20, 2026
Preview:Tunisia vs Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup clash between Tunisia and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 23, 18:13
 Denzel Dumfries/Netherlands composite
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: Not Brian Brobbey - this is Ronald Koeman's most important World Cup player
Following the Netherlands' 5-1 World Cup win over Sweden, Ronald Koeman's most important player becomes obvious - it's not Cody Gakpo or Brian Brobbey.
Jun 20, 20:41
 Virgil van Dijk, Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres composite
Netherlands vs. Sweden: Virgil Van Dijk's international career on the line in pivotal World Cup Group F showdown
Virgil van Dijk's international career with the Netherlands will be on the line when Oranje face in-form Sweden in a pivotal World Cup showdown in Group F on Saturday evening.
Jun 19, 13:54
 Viktor Gyökeres Sweden
Preview:Netherlands vs Sweden - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Sweden, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 18, 15:09
 Crysencio Summerville celebrates after scoring on June 14, 2026
Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Crysencio Summerville stars but Ronald Koeman's late changes open up Sweden selection headache
After the Netherlands were held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in their World Cup 2026 Group F opener, Sports Mole takes a look at Crysencio Summerville's standout display and what Ronald Koeman's costly substitutions mean for his Sweden selection.
Jun 15, 02:00
 Virgil van Dijk of the Netherlands, on June 14, 2026
Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Virgil van Dijk and Ryan Gravenberch create World Cup history for Liverpool but concerns remain
Virgil van Dijk's goal for the Netherlands against Japan on Sunday created history for Liverpool at the World Cup, but concerns about the Dutch team remain.
Jun 15, 00:32
 Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman speaks with referee Anthony Taylor on June 21, 2024 (IMAGO)
Virgil van Dijk and Memphis Depay headline Netherlands squad as Jurrien Timber and Xavi Simons miss World Cup
From Memphis Depay's record haul to the losses of Jurrien Timber and Xavi Simons, a detailed breakdown of what Ronald Koeman has to work with at the 2026 World Cup.
Jun 14, 21:01
 Netherlands Ultimate Guide
Netherlands at World Cup 2026: can Ronald  Koeman's side finally deliver?
The Netherlands head to World Cup 2026 at 20/1 after an unbeaten qualifying run, but familiar questions about tempo and pragmatism are back, and the loss of Jurrien Timber has arrived at the worst possible time.
Jun 14, 20:31
 Brighton & Hove Albion and the Netherlands' Jan Paul van Hecke and Bart Verbruggen pictured on October 12, 2025
Netherlands vs. Japan team news: Eight Premier League players named for World Cup Group F opener
Netherlands and Japan announce their starting lineups for Sunday's World Cup fixture in Group F.
Jun 14, 19:50
 Netherlands attacker Memphis Depay feature image
Netherlands vs. Japan: Why Memphis Depay deserves to be recognised as a Dutch legend
Memphis Depay's record for Netherlands is excellent, and the attacker deserves more respect ahead of his team's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Japan.
Jun 13, 17:38
 Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman with Memphis Depay on June 7, 2025
Netherlands lineup vs. Japan: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group F clash as Koeman faces striker decision
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2026 clash with Group F rivals Japan.
Jun 12, 17:22
 Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk on June 4, 2026
Preview:Netherlands vs Japan - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Japan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 12, 16:56
 Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk on June 4, 2026
Preview:Netherlands vs Uzbekistan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's international friendly clash between Netherlands and Uzbekistan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 6, 13:44
 Netherlands midfielder Tijani Reijnders celebrates scoring against Spain on March 20, 2025
Preview:Netherlands vs Algeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's international friendly between Netherlands and Algeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 1, 17:13
 Ronald Koeman, coach of the Netherlands national team
Netherlands World Cup squad announced: Fifteen Premier League inclusions, but £29.5m signing misses out
Ronald Koeman announces his 26-player Netherlands World Cup squad, with a £29.5m Premier League signing missing out on a place.
May 27, 15:36
 Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos with the Champions League trophy on June 3, 2017
Best defenders of all time: Top 10 ranked including Sergio Ramos, Paolo Maldini, Carles Puyol
Who are the best defenders of all time? Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest stoppers, sweepers and full-backs in football history, including Cafu, Sergio Ramos and Paolo Maldini.
May 16, 00:03
 Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida on December 6, 2025
Sunderland transfer news: Black Cats make £20m Lutsharel Geertruida summer decision
Sunderland are reportedly preparing to snub the chance to sign RB Leipzig defender Lutsharel Geertruida for £20m during the summer transfer window.
May 12, 13:44
 Netherlands squad in March 2026.
Netherlands World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Netherlands squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.
May 11, 12:53
 Netherlands and Liverpool full-back Jeremie Frimpong, on March 20, 2025
Jeremie Frimpong injury update: Games Liverpool star could miss as Arne Slot sweats on fitness ahead of Paris Saint-Germain
Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong was forced off for the Netherlands against Ecuador on Tuesday in what could be a blow given the Reds will soon face Paris Saint-Germain.
Apr 1, 01:03
 Unai Emery, manager of Aston Villa, on February 7, 2026
Aston Villa transfer news: Villans told to pay 'huge fee' for Sunderland attacker this summer
Sunderland are reportedly demanding a huge fee for striker Brian Brobbey, who is wanted by Aston Villa ahead of the summer transfer window.
Mar 31, 16:18
 Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk on October 11, 2024
Preview:Netherlands vs Ecuador - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Netherlands and Ecuador, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 29, 13:25
 Liverpool manager Arne Slot pictured on March 15, 2026
Liverpool transfer news: Reds 'still interested' in Dutch defender after failed January approach
Liverpool are reportedly considering a summer move for RB Leipzig man Lutsharel Geertruida, who is currently on loan at Sunderland.
Mar 27, 17:12
 Memphis Depay and Denzel Dumfries of the Netherlands - September 7, 2025
Preview:Netherlands vs Norway - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendly between Netherlands and Norway, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 25, 15:51
 Real Madrid president Florentino Perez on January 17, 2025
Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos determined to win "big battle" for midfield wonderkid
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Kees Smit will leave AZ Alkmaar in a big-money transfer ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
Feb 12, 09:14
 Barcelona midfielder Pedri celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on April 26, 2025
Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos bidding to beat Barcelona, Man Utd to £52m deal for 'the new Pedri'
Real Madrid are reportedly determined to win the race for AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit during this summer's transfer window.
Feb 4, 17:31
 Liverpool boss Arne Slot, on January 31, 2026
Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot’s side hold ‘initial talks’ over signing the ‘next Pedri’
Liverpool could sign a new midfielder before the winter transfer window closes in England at 7pm, according to a report.
Feb 2, 10:40
 Best midfielders in the world ranked
The best midfielders in the world: Vitinha, Pedri, Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice ranked
Who are the best midfielders in the world? Sports Mole counts down the top 10, including the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Jude Bellingham and Pedri.
Jan 22, 07:00
 Nathan Ake, Savinho, Oscar Bobb, Rico Lewis composite
One Man City star is "most likely" to leave in January - it's not Savinho, Oscar Bobb or Rico Lewis
One Manchester City player is the "most likely" to leave in January ahead of Savinho, Oscar Bobb and Rico Lewis, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 16, 13:25
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Greatest Barcelona players of all time: Where do Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho rank?
Sports Mole ranks the top 10 Barcelona players of all time - where do the likes of Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho sit?
Nov 29, 12:18
 Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk argues with the referee after giving away a penalty against PSV Eindhoven, on November 26, 2025
PSV Eindhoven vs. Liverpool: Head-to-head record and past meetings
After Wednesday's Champions League clash between Liverpool and PSV Eindhoven, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Nov 26, 22:32
 Netherlands Under-21 international Kees Smit on November 14, 2025
Real Madrid, Barcelona 'learn' asking price for teenage talent Kees Smit ahead of 'fierce battle' for his signature
Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly informed that AZ Alkmaar would be willing to let highly-rated midfielder Kees Smit leave for a fee in the region of £22m.
Nov 24, 11:51
 Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders celebrates on August 16, 2025
Netherlands lineup vs. Lithuania: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 qualifier as Reijnders, De Ligt return
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Monday's World Cup 2026 qualifier against Lithuania.
Nov 15, 10:44
 Memphis Depay and Denzel Dumfries of the Netherlands - September 7, 2025
Preview:Netherlands vs Lithuania - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Netherlands and Lithuania, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 15, 10:11
 Eddie Howe/Pedri composite
Newcastle transfer news: Magpies ‘ready’ to rival Barcelona, Real Madrid for ‘the next Pedri’
Newcastle United are reportedly pushing to land a 19-year-old starlet, who has been likened to Pedri, ahead of several European giants including Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Nov 14, 12:35
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