Seventeen coaches depart after 2026 World Cup ends
Rudi Garcia, head coach of Belgium, is the latest national team manager to leave his role following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His exit brings the total number of post-tournament coaching departures to 17. The Royal Belgian Football Association confirmed that Garcia’s contract, which expires on July 31, will not be renewed. Several other coaches have also stepped down, resigned, or been dismissed after their teams’ performances at the tournament.
Match highlights
- Rudi Garcia will leave his position as Belgium head coach after his contract expires on July 31.
- Belgium was eliminated in the quarter-finals by Spain, who won the tournament.
- Other notable departures include Didier Deschamps (France), Roberto Martínez (Portugal), and Julian Nagelsmann (Germany).
- Reasons for exits varied, including contract expirations, resignations after poor performances, and dismissals.
- The wave of departures underscores the high expectations placed on national team coaches after major tournaments.
