15.06.2026 11:00
Curaçao Technical Director Dick Advocaat could not hold back his tears before the Germany match and during the moments when his team scored their first goal in World Cup history. The emotional moments of the 78-year-old coach, who left his position due to his daughter's health issues and later returned to lead the team, moved football fans.
In Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Germany faced Curaçao, and a moment before the match moved football fans emotionally. Curaçao head coach Dick Advocaat was seen unable to hold back his tears before the game.
HE HAD RESIGNED DUE TO HIS DAUGHTER'S ILLNESS
The 78-year-old experienced manager had previously left his role with the Curaçao national team to attend to his daughter's health issues. Advocaat, who stepped down after leading his team to the World Cup, decided to return to the helm before the tournament.
HE HAD SEEN IT ALL IN FOOTBALL
For the Dutch coach, who had witnessed countless successes and major tournaments in his managerial career, the World Cup stage held special significance. Advocaat's tears, after years of unforgettable moments in his career, did not escape the attention of football fans.
HE CRIED AGAIN AT THE GOAL SCORED AGAINST GERMANY
Though Germany secured a 7-1 victory in the match, a historic moment occurred for Curaçao. The island nation scored its first-ever World Cup goal against Germany's net. After Livano Comenencia's goal, Dick Advocaat was seen getting emotional again and unable to hold back his tears.
A DAY THAT MADE HISTORY
Both Curaçao's debut in the World Cup and the country's first-ever World Cup goal made it an unforgettable day for the experienced manager.
The emotional moments experienced by Dick Advocaat, who has spent decades in his football career, were among the most talked-about scenes of the night, regardless of the match score.