Belgium hires Mark van Bommel as new head coach through 2028
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Mark van Bommel has been appointed as the new head coach of Belgium, signing a contract until June 2028. The 49-year-old took over following his departure from Royal Antwerp, where he enjoyed a successful spell, winning the league title, Belgian Cup, and Belgian Super Cup. Van Bommel's primary objective will be to strengthen Belgium's position after their quarter-final exit at the 2026 World Cup, where they lost to Spain. He is tasked with leading the national team as they prepare for Euro 2028.
- •Mark van Bommel signs contract until June 2028.
- •Previously managed Royal Antwerp, winning multiple titles.
- •Belgium reached quarter-finals in the 2026 World Cup.
- •Van Bommel aims to guide Belgium towards Euro 2028.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Belgium appoint Mark van Bommel as new head coach
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Dutchman Van Bommel named Belgium coach
"Former Netherlands midfielder Mark van Bommel will become Belgium's new coach, the Royal Belgian Football Association said in a statement on Friday. The 49-year-old has signed a contract with the Red Devils running until the 2028 European Championship and will officially take up the post on August 15.
"The Football Federation of Belgium has confirmed the appointment of Mark van Bommel as the country's new head coach, with the Dutchman signing a contract until June 2028.The 49-year-old returns to man...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 4:05 PMBelgium appoint Mark van Bommel as new head coach
The Football Federation of Belgium has confirmed the appointment of Mark van Bommel as the country's new head coach, with the Dutchman signing a contract until June 2028.The 49-year-old returns to man...
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 2:33 PMDutchman Van Bommel named Belgium coach
Former Netherlands midfielder Mark van Bommel will become Belgium's new coach, the Royal Belgian Football Association said in a statement on Friday. The 49-year-old has signed a contract with the Red Devils running until the 2028 European Championship and will officially take up the post on August 15.
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