Bert Van Marwijk announced as Socceroos coach

Van Marwijk was heavily rumoured to take over the role for the 2018 World Cup. He led the Dutch national team to the 2010 World Cup final, where they lost to Spain in extra-time.

BREAKING | The Caltex @Socceroos are delighted to announce the appointment of Bert Van Marwijk as our new Head Coach. #GoSocceroos. https://t.co/o4ufIs40WM pic.twitter.com/h7byLo2WGR

— Caltex Socceroos (@Socceroos) January 25, 2018

He's won the 2002 UEFA Cup with Feyenoord, and led Saudi Arabia to direct qualification at the expense of Australia. The 65-year-old has won over 65% of his matches as a national team manager. 

BREAKING: @FOXSportsAUS understands Bert Van Marwijk will be named as the new @Socceroos coach for Russia 2018. @FOXSportsNews @FOXFOOTBALL ⚽️🇦��

— Daniel Garb (@DanielGarb) January 24, 2018