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Ronald Koeman (born March 21, 1963 in Groningen) is a former Dutch football defender and now manager.

In 1980 Koeman started his career for FC Groningen, and after playing for Ajax Amsterdam, PSV Eindhoven and FC Barcelona, he finished his career in Feyenoord Rotterdam. During his career he won 2 UEFA Champions League, 4 Dutch championships, 4 Spanish championships, 1 Spanish Cup and was also in the winning Dutch national team at the 1988 European Championship. He scored the decisive goal in his second UEFA Champions League final with FC Barcelona. Besides being a steadfast defender at the centreback position for the national team, he was also renowned for his freekicks and deadball situations where he has scored many vital goals for the team. He also represented his nation in the World Cup 1994 in USA. He has also won many honors of his Country Holland. In his Career with the Holland national team he had 78 caps and 14 goals playing as a Defender.

From December 2001 until February 2005, Koeman was Ajax Amsterdam team manager. After disappointing results in the Eredivisie and being eliminated in the UEFA Cup, he resigned.

As of the 2005-2006 season Koeman is the SL Benfica team Manager.