Dutch soccer coaches helped shape Xavi Hernandez. Now the former Barcelona and Spain midfielder wants to return the favor and rejuvenate a Netherlands team that disappointed with its defensive style at the World Cup. Louis van Gaal, who also coached the Netherlands, gave Xavi his debut for Barcelona. The midfielder grew up at the Catalan … Read more
Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez was officially announced as the new head coach of the Netherlands national team on Wednesday. Xavi replaces Ronald Koeman, who departed following the team’s elimination in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup. He becomes the first non-Dutch manager to lead the men’s Oranje team since 1978. The … Read more
Morocco Believer Their place in the latest World Cup finals comes after they beat the Netherlands on Monday 29 June in a thrilling penalty shootout in Monterrey, Mexico after a 1-1 draw. After the two teams tied 2-2 in the penalty shootout, Ismail Al-Sibari was eliminated Convert it The decisive penalty kick to send Morocco … Read more
Match Date & Kickoff Venue Stage TV (USA) Netherlands vs Japan June 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM ET AT&T Stadium, Dallas (Arlington) Group F, Matchday 4 Fox Sports / Telemundo Netherlands and Japan meet in Group F on June 14 in what shapes up as one of the most tactically intriguing first-round fixtures of … Read more
Following concert cancellations in London and Poland and a postponement in France, it appears Ye’s shows will go on as scheduled in the Netherlands. While pressure is mounting from members of parliament and the public to ban Ye (formerly Kanye West), who’s slated to perform at Gelredome Stadium in Arnhem on June 6 and June … Read more
The southern Dutch city of Telburg sees a more color than usual this week, with thousands of red gathering from all over the world in the Netherlands for a festival once a year to celebrate their burning locks. The 2025 edition of the RedHead Days Festival includes music, food trucks and workshops designed to meet … Read more