Aug 12 : Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the Netherlands' head coach on a contract through the 2030 World Cup, the Dutch football federation said on Wednesday.The 46-year-old Spaniard replaces Ronald Koeman and takes charge of a national team for the first time. Xavi has been out of coaching since leavin

Aug 12 : Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the Netherlands' head coach on a contract through the 2030 World Cup, the Dutch football federation said on Wednesday.The 46-year-old Spaniard replaces Ronald Koeman and takes charge of a national team for the first time. Xavi has been out of coaching since leavin

The 46-year-old Spaniard replaces Ronald Koeman and ​takes charge of a national ​team for the first time. 

Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez was officially announced as the new head coach of the Netherlands national team on Wednesday.

Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the Netherlands' new head coach. Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, who quit after the side's disappointing FIFA World Cup campaign. Xavi, who has been handed a contract through the 2030 World Cup, will bring his possession-based philosophy to a Netherlands team looking for a fresh start.

AMSTERDAM, Aug 13 : The appointment of Xavi as Netherlands coach late on Wednesday completes an extensive search and brings full circle the special relationship between Dutch football and Barcelona.Xavi replaces Ronald Koeman, who quit after the Netherlands were eliminated from the World Cup in the round of 3

AMSTERDAM, Aug 13 : The appointment of Xavi as Netherlands coach late on Wednesday completes an extensive search and brings full circle the special relationship between Dutch football and Barcelona.Xavi replaces Ronald Koeman, who quit after the Netherlands were eliminated from the World Cup in the round of 3

Xavi Hernandez becomes Netherlands' first foreign-born coach since 1978, aiming to revive Dutch football with his unique vision.

Former Spanish footballer Xavi Hernández will become the new head coach of the Dutch men’s national team, succeeding Ronald Koeman, Dutch football association KNVB confirmed on Wednesday. The 46-year-old, who formerly managed FC Barcelona, ​​has signed a contract to lead Oranje through the 2030 World Cup.