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Van Gaal named Netherlands head coach for third time following De Boer's departure

Louis van Gaal has been named Netherlands head coach for the third time following Frank de Boer's departure in June.

Van Gaal has expressed his delight in an official statement, which reads: "Dutch football has always been close to my heart and national coaching is in my view a key position for the further advancement of our football.

"Moreover, I consider it an honor to coach the Dutch national team. There is little time for the next qualifying matches, which are immediately crucial for participation in the World Cup.

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"The focus is therefore immediately 100 percent on the players and the approach.