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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Sam Brookes

Former Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman announces death of his wife after cancer battle

Koeman managed the Netherlands at the World Cup - (Getty)

Former Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman announced on Wednesday that his wife Bartina has died at the age of 65 following a battle with breast cancer.

Sharing a black-and-white photograph of himself alongside his wife of 41 years, Koeman wrote on social media: "With deep sorrow, but also with great pride and love, we say goodbye to my wonderful wife, our dearest mom and grandma,"

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