Legendary Football Coach Leo Beenhakker Dies at 82

The Dutch coach, celebrated for his successes with Ajax, Feyenoord, and Real Madrid, leaves behind a legacy of passion and vision in football.

Leo Beenhakker's death at the age of 82 was confirmed by his family and Dutch broadcaster NOS on April 10, 2025.
Beenhakker managed top clubs including Ajax Amsterdam, Feyenoord Rotterdam, and Real Madrid, achieving national and international success.
He coached the Netherlands in the 1990 World Cup and Trinidad & Tobago in 2006 but did not secure a win in his seven World Cup matches.
Tributes poured in from football icons such as Ronald Koeman, who called his passing a 'great loss for Dutch football,' and Robert Lewandowski, who thanked him for his mentorship.
Real Madrid and other clubs expressed condolences, highlighting his transformative impact on the teams he led and his enduring legacy in the sport.