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Mark van Bommel presented as the new coach of the Red Devils

Mark van Bommel was officially introduced as the coach of the Red Devils during a press conference in Tubize.

8 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Mark van Bommel was introduced as the new coach of the Red Devils this Friday in Tubize. During his first remarks, he expressed satisfaction with his appointment and a desire to represent the entire country.

The new coach addressed the case of goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, a topic that has sparked debate. Van Bommel explained that a meeting is planned with Courtois in Madrid to discuss the situation.

Van Bommel's appointment marks the beginning of a new era for the national team, with challenges to tackle, including team management and establishing good communication with the players.

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