Comparing Van Gaal and Koeman's Stats As Netherland head Coach after National league failure
Koemans performance with the Netherlands in just three games in the just concluded UEFA Nations League has left their fans wondering if he is the actual man for the job. in just three game he has lost more than what the previous manager did (Van Gaal) in the entire knockout stage before the semi-final which Koeman took over from.
Why did Van Gaal Step down
Van Gaal cited two main reasons for his decision. First, he said that he had achieved what he set out to do with the Netherlands. He had taken them to the World Cup finals in 2014, and he had now led them to the quarter-finals in Qatar. He said that he was "very proud" of what the team had achieved, and that he felt it was time for someone else to take over.
Second, Van Gaal said that he was facing health problems. He has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and he said that he needed to focus on his treatment. He said that he did not want his health to be a distraction for the team.
Van Gaal's decision to step down was met with widespread respect. He is a highly respected figure in Dutch football, and he has had a successful career as a manager. He led Ajax to the Champions League title in 1995, and he also won the Premier League with Manchester United.
The Statistic
Koeman's predecessor, Louis van Gaal, had a more successful spell in charge of the Netherlands. Van Gaal won 17 of his 20 games in charge, with one loss and two draws. He also led the Netherlands to the semi-finals of the 2014 World Cup.
Van Gaal:
• 20 games
• 1 game lost (penalty shoot out)
• 17 goals conceded
Koeman:
• 3 games
• 2 games lost
• 11 goals conceded
Koeman's record as Netherlands head coach is certainly not one to write home about. The team has won just once in his three games in charge, and they have conceded a worrying 11 goals. This is a far cry from the Netherlands teams of the past, which were known for their attacking prowess and their ability to defend well.
It is too early to say what the future holds for Koeman as Netherlands head coach. However, it is clear that the team needs to improve if they want to be successful in the future. The team needs to find a consistent identity and they need to start winning games. If they can do that, then Koeman may be able to turn things around. However, if the team continues to struggle, then Koeman could be sacked.
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