Kluivert to Netherlands Coach? World Cup Possibility

## Patrick Kluivert Linked to Tunisia National Team Coaching Role

The provided text reports speculation ‍linking⁤ Patrick Kluivert to the position of head coach of the Tunisia national football team. as of January 10, 2026, this remains largely unconfirmed, ⁢with Kluivert and his agent declining to comment.Further reporting indicates competition⁤ from other ⁢high-profile managers.

## Patrick Kluivert’s Recent Coaching Career

Patrick Kluivert is currently available for⁢ a new coaching position, having been relieved of his duties as head coach of the Indonesia national team in 2023. Reuters reported his⁤ dismissal following Indonesia’s exit from the 2023 Asian Cup. Prior to this, Kluivert held coaching ⁤roles at Ajax’s youth academy and served as an assistant coach at Paris Saint-Germain.

## Tunisia National Team Coaching Vacancy

The Tunisian national team is currently seeking a new head coach. The Confederation of African ⁤Football (CAF) ⁣confirms the vacancy following a period of instability in the coaching position. The team is preparing for the ⁤2026 FIFA World Cup, ‍and the appointment of a new⁤ coach is considered crucial⁢ for⁢ their performance. Other candidates reportedly considered include Laurent Blanc and Patrick Vieira.

## Netherlands vs. Tunisia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Netherlands and Tunisia are scheduled to play each other in the group stage⁣ of the ⁢2026 FIFA world Cup on June 26th in Kansas City.FIFA’s⁣ official website details the match⁣ schedule and ‍tournament format. The⁢ Netherlands will also face Japan⁤ and the winner of a playoff match in Group B. This match provides additional context to the timing of the coaching speculation regarding Tunisia, as a new coach could perhaps influence their strategy ⁣against the Netherlands.