He created a sensation with Curaçao: the island state will participate in the World Cup this summer. But it won't be with Dick Advocaat on the bench. The Dutchman has decided to resign for personal reasons.
This was confirmed by the federation on "X". His successor is already known: Fred Rutten will lead the team during the tournament which will take place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
The coach himself also speaks in this article and explains his motivations. "I have always said that family comes before football for me," said Advocaat.
But this does not change the fact that Curaçao, its people, and his colleagues will be greatly missed. "Qualifying the smallest FIFA country for the World Cup is one of the highlights of my career. I am proud of my players and my coaching team, as well as the board members who believed in us," said the 78-year-old man.
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