nuSep 1, 2026, 09:14

Pierre van Hooijdonk steps down as regular analyst for NOS Sport

Pierre van Hooijdonk is leaving his role as a regular analyst for NOS Sport to pursue other ventures. His departure follows a year marked by professional controversy, including criticism over his comments on women in football and questions regarding his advisory role at NAC Breda.

Former professional footballer Pierre van Hooijdonk has officially stepped down as a regular analyst for NOS Sport. The network's editor-in-chief, Xander van der Wulp, praised the 56-year-old for his years of service, noting his critical and insightful contributions to broadcasts featuring the Dutch national team and his role on Studio Voetbal. Van Hooijdonk stated that he is moving on to pursue other professional opportunities. His departure comes as the Dutch national team prepares for an upcoming match against Germany in Amsterdam, with Rafael van der Vaart set to take over as the primary analyst.

The past year has been challenging for the former analyst, who faced public backlash following controversial remarks regarding Sarina Wiegman. Additionally, Van Hooijdonk resigned from his position as a technical advisor at NAC Breda amid allegations of a conflict of interest surrounding his son Sydney's transfer to the Portuguese club Estrela da Amadora. Despite these controversies, he reflected positively on his tenure with NOS as he begins a new chapter in his career.

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