Mark van Bommel set to lead Belgium national football team
Mark van Bommel has agreed to become the new head coach of Belgium’s national team. The Dutchman will replace Rudi Garcia after Belgium’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. This will be Van Bommel’s first international managerial role, following successful club stints. The official announcement is expected once the final paperwork is completed.
Match highlights
- Mark van Bommel has a deal in place to coach Belgium until June 2028.
- He will take over from Rudi Garcia after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- The agreement is fully settled, pending the signing of contracts.
- Van Bommel previously managed PSV Eindhoven, VfL Wolfsburg, and Royal Antwerp, achieving a league and cup double in the 2022–23 season.
- Belgium aims to rebuild under Van Bommel as they prepare for UEFA Euro 2028 qualification.
