Dick Advocaat Returns as Curaçao Manager Ahead of World Cup 2026
Dick Advocaat returns to Curaçao job in time for World Cup 2026 adventure
The Guardian
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Dick Advocaat, at 78, is set to lead Curaçao in their first World Cup, making him the oldest manager in tournament history. He returns after a brief resignation due to family health issues, replacing Fred Rutten, who resigned following poor performances in friendly matches.
- 01Dick Advocaat returns to manage Curaçao for the World Cup 2026.
- 02At 78, he will be the oldest manager in World Cup history.
- 03Curaçao suffered two heavy defeats in recent friendlies under Fred Rutten.
- 04Rutten resigned after discussions with the Curaçao Football Federation.
- 05Advocaat's return follows improvements in his daughter's health.
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Dick Advocaat, the veteran football manager, is set to lead Curaçao in their inaugural World Cup appearance in 2026, making history as the oldest manager to participate in the tournament at 78 years old. Advocaat previously managed Curaçao when they qualified for the finals but stepped down due to his daughter's health issues. Following his resignation, Fred Rutten took over but faced significant challenges, including a 5-1 defeat to Australia and a 2-0 loss to China in friendly matches. After Rutten's resignation, the Curaçao Football Federation (FFK) announced Advocaat's return, attributed to improvements in his daughter's condition. The FFK president, Gilbert Martina, confirmed Advocaat's comeback, signaling a hopeful future for Curaçao as they prepare for the World Cup.
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Advocaat's return brings hope for Curaçao's performance in the World Cup, potentially boosting national pride and interest in football on the island.
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