Herv\u00e9 Renard Appointed on 16 June<\/a> to succeed Lamouchi. Announced his resignation just 18 days after stepping into the role and failing to improve Tunisia\u2019s World Cup fortunes, with the side setting a record for goals conceded in the group stage with 12. Said in an Instagram post: \u201cIt was an honour to wear Tunisia\u2019s colours and to live this unforgettable experience.\u201d<\/p>\n Herv\u00e9 Renard, head coach of Tunisia, looks on before the World Cup 2026 match against Japan at Monterrey Stadium. Photograph: H\u00e9ctor Vivas\/FIFA\/Getty ImagesPortugal<\/p>\n Roberto Mart\u00ednez Appointed 9 January 2023<\/a> to succeed Fernando Santos after Portugal\u2019s 1\u20130 loss to Morocco<\/a> in the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals. Exit confirmed after Portugal were eliminated by Spain in the last 16<\/a>. Mart\u00ednez said: \u201cI came with the objective of winning the World Cup and because I haven\u2019t won, it wouldn\u2019t make sense to continue.\u201d<\/p>\n South Korea<\/p>\n Hong Myung-bo Returned for a second go-around on 8 July 2024 after an initial year-long stint in which South Korea went winless at the 2014 World Cup. Resigned amid scathing criticism<\/a> after South Korea lost to Mexico and South Africa, and endured a painful wait before confirmation of their exit<\/a>. Read from a prepared statement: \u201cThe position of head coach is one in which responsibility is so great that no explanation is necessary when the results fall short.\u201d South Korea\u2019s president, Lee Jae-myung, rebuked: \u201cIf an incapable person is appointed as a leader, the outcome is as predictable as fire.\u201d<\/p>\n The South Korea head coach, Hong Myung-bo, during the match against South Africa in Guadalupe. Photograph: Mois\u00e9s Castillo\/APCzechia<\/p>\n Miroslav Koubek Hired on 19 December 2025 after Ivan Hasek failed to qualify automatically and led Czechia through the playoffs<\/a> to a first World Cup since 2006. Stepped down on 29 June by mutual agreement after team finished bottom of their group. Said in an official statement: \u201cA media campaign based on a series of half-truths and fabrications against me also contributed to my decision.\u201d David Trunda, chair of the Czech FA, expressed gratitude for Koubek getting the team to the finals: \u201cHe deserves my sincere respect and thanks.\u201d<\/p>\n Scotland<\/p>\n Steve Clarke Appointed on 20 May 2019<\/a> and became the first men\u2019s head coach to lead Scotland to three major tournaments. Resigned after their World Cup exit <\/a>was confirmed by their failure to finish among the eight-best third-placed teams. Said in an open letter to supporters: \u201cOne element that has given me the greatest satisfaction is witnessing the reconnection of our national team and our fans.\u201d The SFA chief executive, Ian Maxwell, added: \u201cHe made up his mind that he wanted to step down. There has been some fairly hysterical commentary back home, which hasn\u2019t helped, but ultimately it is up to Steve.\u201d<\/p>\n The Scotland head coach, Steve Clarke, reacts following the defeat to Brazil in Miami. Photograph: Rebecca Blackwell\/APUruguay<\/p>\n Marcelo Bielsa Took the post on 15 May 2023<\/a> in the wake of Uruguay\u2019s poor performance at the 2022 World Cup and immediately made waves by calling up 14 uncapped players in place of veterans. Stepped down<\/a> after Uruguay\u2019s group-stage exit saw the expiration of his three-year contract with the federation. Said in a regretful 100-minute press conference: \u201cI have not left anything to Uruguayan football.\u201d Held a meeting to bid farewell to his players, of which the defender Sebasti\u00e1n C\u00e1ceres said: \u201cI\u2019m not going to say what was discussed. That has to stay between us, as it should have from the very beginning.\u201d<\/p>\n skip past newsletter promotion<\/a>Free newsletter | Every weekday<\/p>\n Sign up to Football Daily<\/p>\n Kick off your evenings with the Guardian’s take on the world of football<\/p>\n after newsletter promotion<\/p>\n Croatia<\/p>\n Zlatko Dalic Appointed on 7 October 2017; took Croatia to the 2018 World Cup final<\/a> and 2022 semi-finals<\/a>. The longest-serving coach of Croatia and of those on this list, he stepped down as his contract expired after Croatia\u2019s controversial 2-1 loss to Portugal<\/a> in the last 32. Said in a statement confirming his exit: \u201cWhen I took over, I didn\u2019t dare dream that we\u2019d achieve everything we have.\u201d The Croatian federation replied: \u201cThank you for everything \u2013 the victories, the achievements, the qualifying berths, the medals, the unity, the respect, and your unwavering commitment to fight for Croatia.\u201d<\/p>\n Zlatko Dalic, head coach of Croatia, speaks to Luka Modric during the match against Ghana. Photograph: Joosep Martinson\/FIFA\/Getty ImagesGhana<\/p>\n Carlos Queiroz Hired on 13 April 2026 to replace Otto Addo, who was sacked after a poor run<\/a> including a 5\u20131 friendly defeat by Austria. Stepped down when Ghana were eliminated by Colombia<\/a> in the last 32. The 73-year-old\u2019s social media post read: \u201cI leave this journey with pride in what we achieved.\u201d However, the minister for sport and recreation, Koffi Adams, revealed he \u201chad not received any resignation letter from the FA \u2026 He wasn\u2019t appointed on social media, so I don\u2019t think that he resigned via social media.\u201d<\/p>\n Germany<\/p>\n Julian Naglesmann Appointed 22 September 2023<\/a> to replace Hansi Flick, who was sacked after a 4\u20131 defeat by Japan. Left after the shock exit against Paraguay<\/a> in the last 32, saying: \u201cMy top priority has always been the success of the team. After such a bitter disappointment, it deserves the chance of a new beginning.\u201d Rudi V\u04e7ller, the German football association\u2019s sporting director, said Nagelsmann \u201cis and remains an excellent coach and I am convinced that he will continue to follow his path successfully\u201d \u2013 just not with Germany. J\u00fcrgen Klopp is in line for the job<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Netherlands<\/p>\n Ronald Koeman Returned for a second spell on 1 January 2023, after Louis van Gaal\u2019s retirement. Resigned after the shootout defeat<\/a> by Morocco in the last 32, where he was criticised for his cautious approach. Said: \u201cLooking back on my career, I feel especially proud. The past few years have made me realise again that there are more important things than football.\u201d Marianne van Leeuwen of the Royal Dutch football association said he \u201cgave everything for the Dutch national team\u201d.<\/p>\n Ecuador<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1782311733_174_500.jpg\")
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