It's official: Xavi Hernández has a new team

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Xavi Hernández signed his contract as the new coach of Netherlands on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. A surprising piece of news.

The 46-year-old Spanish coach, former FC Barcelona manager, has reached a definitive agreement with the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) to take charge of the Oranje team with a contract extending until the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2030.

Xavi Hernández has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands men’s national team. The 46-year-old Spanish coach takes over from Ronald Koeman. Xavi has reached an agreement with the KNVB on a contract through to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. 🤝 https://t.co/rO7r72Cxiw

— OnsOranje (@OnsOranje) August 12, 2026

The Arrival of Xavi Hernández after Ronald Koeman's Departure

Xavi Hernández's hiring comes after Ronald Koeman's dismissal, following Netherlands' elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Morocco. Koeman's cycle was previously hindered by a defeat in the Euro 2024 semifinals against England.

The KNVB entrusts the restructuring of the national team to the 46-year-old coach, who was available after his tenure at Camp Nou ended. The Dutch board aims to implement a possession-based methodology to compete in the international cycle starting this autumn.

Netherlands' Goals for Euro 2028 and World Cup 2030

The sports project assigned to the coach includes participation in the upcoming UEFA Nations League, qualifying for the 2028 Euro, and the journey towards the 2030 World Cup. The federation ensures continuity to the Catalan strategist to execute a generational change in the senior squad.

Hernández will immediately take over operational command to shape his coaching staff in the Netherlands. His four-year contract

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