Beenhaker takes charge of Poland

Leo Beenhakker has become Poland’s first foreign-born national-team coach after accepting the position today.

Wed, 12 Jul, 2006 - 01:11

Leo Beenhakker has become Poland’s first foreign-born national-team coach after accepting the position today.

The 63-year-old Dutchman replaces Pawel Janas, who resigned after Poland were eliminated from the World Cup in the group stages.

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