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Coaches to watch at the 2026 World Cup include Bielsa and Advocaat

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Coaches to watch at the 2026 World Cup include Bielsa and Advocaat

Summary

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, various notable coaches will be leading their national teams. Marcelo Bielsa manages Uruguay and aims to revive their former glory. Graham Potter takes charge of Sweden after a stint in the Premier League, while Dick Advocaat returns to Curaçao after stepping down earlier this year. Ståle Solbakken has guided Norway to their first World Cup since 1998. Other notable figures include Vladimir Petković with Algeria and Julen Lopetegui coaching Qatar, facing tough competition in Group B. Fabio Cannavaro is set to lead Uzbekistan in their inaugural World Cup appearance.

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•Marcelo Bielsa leads Uruguay, chasing past success.
•Graham Potter takes over the Swedish national team.
•Dick Advocaat returns to Curaçao, revitalizing the squad.
•Norway qualifies for their first World Cup since 1998 under Ståle Solbakken.
•Uzbekistan makes their World Cup debut with Fabio Cannavaro at the helm.

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When two nations face each other at a World Cup, it’s always also a duel between the coaches.Who has the better tactical trick? And who brings on the decisive joker? More often than not, coaching pe...
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