Rijkaard quits as coach of Sparta
Frank Rijkaard has resigned as the coach of Sparta Rotterdam, five days after the club was relegated to the Second Division.
Sparta said in a statement posted on their website that it will respect Rijkaard's decision, although he has a contract until next year.
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