Belgium sacks manager Tedesco and Henry is linked with Job
Belgium have sacked their manager Domenico Tedesco after less than two years in charge – with Arsenal and France legend Thierry Henry reportedly among the early favorites to take over.
Former RB Leipzig coach Tedesco was sacked after a series of disappointing results, including a round of 16 exit at last year’s European Championships and a poor showing in the Nations League.
The Italian has won just two of his last 10 games and has fallen out with Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who said last summer he would not play under Tedesco again.
The national team ends its chapter with Domenico Tedesco. Thank you, Domenico, for your commitment and passion over the last two years. We wish you all the best for the future! pic.twitter.com/nKElQuYoKc
— Belgian Red Devils (@BelRedDevils) January 17, 2025
Henry previously worked as a Belgian assistant coach under Roberto Martinez and in his most recent coaching role he led the French men’s Olympic team to silver at the 2024 Olympics.
A statement from CEO Peter Willems said: “The search for a successor is now underway.
“Unfortunately, the Red Devils did not show the performance we had hoped for at Euro 2024, nor in the next Nations League season.
“Domenico got off to an excellent start as national coach and proved that great things are still possible even after the previous generation was sent off. He has integrated many young players into the team and his successor can build on that.”
Tedesco predicted great things for the team he has left behind, adding: “Unfortunately, a beautiful journey has now come to an end.”
“This team is still at the beginning of its development and will make a splash in the coming years. I wish the players, the great employees of the association and the fans all the best with all my heart.”
