Koeman reflects on future as Oranje coach debate ignites

Koeman's future up in the air

Ronald Koeman is weighing his future. The Oranje head coach said he already has his own thoughts on the matter and will take time to reflect after the penalty shootout exit to Morocco (1) (3). The dressing room after was dramatic, and Koeman pointed to a psychologically pivotal moment in the match that turned it. No decision yet, but he is not rushing.

Van Gaal return? Derksen says no

The name on every fan's lips is Louis van Gaal. Johan Derksen does not see it happening. "He has some defects, he won't start another adventure with Oranje," Derksen said (4). Valentijn Driessen disagrees entirely, calling Van Gaal "a triple A-brand for Oranje" and pushing for a return (6). The debate is only getting started.

Janssen floats Guardiola as dream pick

Theo Janssen has a bigger name in mind. The former midfielder wants Pep Guardiola as the next Oranje head coach, on a contract for life (9). A long shot, but an interesting one while the KNVB figure out their next move.

Janssen on penalties: watch the keeper

After the shootout loss to Morocco, every detail matters. Theo Janssen shared his own penalty technique: wait for the keeper to move, then slot it the other way. "If the keeper moved, then…" (5). Simple in theory. Oranje could not execute it when it counted.

Man United open Summerville talks

One bright spot from the World Cup: Crysencio Summerville. Manchester United have opened talks with West Ham United for the winger after his standout tournament (8). Summerville was one of the few Oranje players to come out of this World Cup with his stock rising.

Gakpo's goal amid personal tragedy

Cody Gakpo scored against Morocco just days after losing his unborn son. The Liverpool forward found the net in a match that meant more than football. That goal, in a losing effort, will stay with fans for a long time.

Fan reactions

The mood among Oranje supporters is raw. "It makes you want to cry," one fan said after the Morocco exit (7). The penalty shootout defeat hit hard, and the streets in The Hague's Schilderswijk saw unrest with police deploying a water cannon after fireworks were thrown. A painful night all around. Read more fan reactions here.