The Royal Belgian Football Association has announced the appointment of Rudi Garcia as the new head coach of the Belgium national team. Garcia, a seasoned French coach, brings a wealth of experience to the role, having managed top-tier clubs like Lille, Roma, Marseille, and Lyon.
Garcia’s impressive track record includes leading Lille to a League and Cup double in 2011, as well as guiding Roma to a second-place finish in Serie A during the 2013-2014 season. His attacking style of play and ability to develop young talent are expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the Belgian team.
The 60-year-old coach will be officially unveiled as the Red Devils’ new manager during a press conference. His first major challenge will be navigating the team through the Nations League playoffs against Ukraine in March. Garcia will then focus on qualifying Belgium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Belgium’s previous head coach, Domenico Tedesco, was dismissed last week following a string of disappointing results. Garcia’s appointment marks a new era for the Belgian national team, and fans will be eager to see how he shapes the team’s future.