Van Gaal happy taking Holland job: Dutch football always close to my heart

Football
4 Aug 2021 • 6:50 PM MYT
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Louis van Gaal has been confirmed as new coach of Holland today.

The former Manchester United and Barcelona coach succeeds Frank de Boer after a poor Euro 2020 campaign.

"Dutch football has always been close to my heart and in my view national coaching is a key position for taking our football further," said Van Gaal.

"In addition, I consider it an honour to coach the Dutch national team. There is little time until the next qualifying matches, which are immediately crucial for participation in the World Cup. The focus is therefore immediately 100 per cent on the players and the approach. I was finally appointed.

"It is good to be back in Zeist. I have already spoken to a number of players and the technical staff which has been put together with the KNVB. I am very much looking forward to getting the job done together."