Overview
- Ronald Koeman announced he will step down as Netherlands coach, posting on Instagram that family health and disappointing World Cup form led to his decision.
- Marcelo Bielsa resigned as Uruguay coach after a poor group stage and reported clashes with players over intense training and tactical demands.
- Multiple other national coaches have left or signalled departures since the tournament, including Didier Deschamps, Steve Clarke, Myung‑bo Hong, Miroslav Koubek, and Sebastián Beccacece.
- The German FA has opened a thorough evaluation of Julian Nagelsmann after Germany failed to meet its minimum target of reaching the last 16, and media reports say Jürgen Klopp has a Red Bull contract clause that could allow a move to the DFB.
- Dutch pundits are naming Arne Slot as a likely candidate to replace Koeman while federations complete reviews, a process that will determine coaching hires and affect player selection and preparation ahead of the next major tournaments.