Pim Verbeek

Football manager with World Cup experience

Pim Verbeek - Football manager with World Cup experience
Born

March 12th, 1956
69 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Began a coaching career after transitioning from playing football. Managed various club teams in the Netherlands and abroad. Achieved notable success as coach of the Australian national team during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, leading the team to the knockout stage. Had stints with several clubs, including a successful period with the Dutch club FC Twente. Continued to coach at various levels, contributing to the development of players and teams in different countries.

Managed the Australian national team in 2006 World Cup

Coached FC Twente to notable successes

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