Garcia's exit looms as Belgium doubts grow within the federation

Vandaag, Rudi Garcia faces a Vertrek as the coach of België after the Frenchman led the team to the WK quarter‑finals. Although the Fransman met the sporting target, doubts are mounting within the Belgian football hierarchy about the partnership.

Garcia's contract expires at the end of July and neither side has confirmed a renewal. The lack of a public statement leaves the future of the national team open to speculation.

Het reports growing Belgian criticism of his match management, citing specific line‑ups, substitutions and an unclear playing identity. The decision to replace Thibaut Courtois against Spanje and to bench Jérémy Doku sparked extensive internal debate.

Further tension is alleged within the technical staff, with the KBVB accused of limiting key decisions to a small trust circle, leaving other Belgian staff members feeling excluded. Communication with the player group was also described as insufficiently transparent.

During the WK, after draws with Egypte and Iran, senior players convened a meeting without the coach, raising concerns about his methods. The experienced squad urged the group to stay focused on the tournament despite the unrest.

Garcia, after the elimination, emphasized that there are "still many uncertainties" about his future. Hoewel the evaluation now centres on whether the KBVB and Garcia share a common vision for the Rode Duivels, an official review is expected in the coming days.

The upcoming official assessment will determine the next steps for the national side, with both parties poised to announce their conclusions shortly.