Mark van Bommel has been named head coach of Belgium's national football team, taking charge of the Red Devils as they prepare for Euro 2028.
The 49‑year‑old Dutchman brings a distinguished playing career that includes stints at PSV Eindhoven, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and AC Milan, as well as a recent double‑winning spell with Royal Antwerp.
He has signed a two‑year contract that will run through the European Championship, succeeding Rudi Garcia, who departed after the World Cup quarter‑finals.
Van Bommel has assembled a technical staff that features former Chelsea and Liverpool winger Boudewijn Zenden, adding depth to his coaching setup.
The Belgian Football Association welcomed the new coach, emphasizing his ambition and the experience he brings to the role.
A test against Italy
His first major assignment will be a UEFA Nations League fixture against Italy on September 25, a match that will test his tactical vision early in his tenure.