Bert van Marwijk

Football Manager; led Netherlands to final

Bert van Marwijk - Football Manager; led Netherlands to final
Born

May 19th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Football player and coach with a significant career in management. Managed the Netherlands national team during the 2010 FIFA World Cup, leading the team to the final against Spain. Coached various clubs including Borussia Dortmund and the Saudi Arabian national team. Contributed to the development of tactical approaches in football management.

Led the Netherlands to the 2010 FIFA World Cup final

Coached Borussia Dortmund to a Bundesliga title

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