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Vicente del Bosque

Born: December 23, 1950 (age 73)

Height: 6' 0" (183cm)

Hometown: Salamanca, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Role: Manager
Spain's coach Vicente del Bosque during the Confederations Cup against Italy on June 27, 2013
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Career History
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Sports Mole has 662 articles about Vicente del Bosque. Articles 1 to 40:
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti on May 8, 2024
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Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Aston Villa and Bologna, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 20, 16:01
Spain's Alvaro Morata lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning Euro 2024 on July 14, 2024
How many times have Spain won the European Championship?
Have Spain ever won the Euros before? Sports Mole takes a look at La Roja's record at the tournament and how far they have gone in previous years.
Jul 17, 22:40
England manager Gareth Southgate and Bukayo Saka look dejected after losing the Euro 2020 final
Euro 2024 final: How have England, Spain fared in past major international finals?
Sports Mole looks at England and Spain's past experiences in major international tournament finals ahead of their Euro 2024 showdown in Berlin.
Jul 13, 22:08
General view of the European Championship trophy ahead of Euro 2024 on April 24, 2024
Euro 2024 fixtures: The best group games you cannot miss
Ahead of the start of Euro 2024, Sports Mole picks out the top group games that must not be missed.
Jun 9, 12:59
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema celebrates scoring their first goal with Vinicius Junior, Federico Valverde, Eder Militao and Nacho on January 22, 2023
Preview: Al Ahly vs. Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Club World Cup clash between Al Ahly and Real Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 6, 15:47
Spain's Sergio Busquets during training on November 14, 2022
Spain legend Sergio Busquets announces international retirement
Experienced midfielder Sergio Busquets confirms that he has retired from international duty following Spain's World Cup elimination.
Dec 16, 17:09
Brazil players pose for a team group photo before the match on September 23, 2022
Brazil, England, Argentina - A closer look at the World Cup favourites
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole takes a closer look at five of the favourites to go all the way this winter.
Nov 17, 11:23
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after helping his side to victory in the 2018 Champions League final in Kiev
Real Madrid's past Champions League finals
Sports Mole takes a look at Real Madrid's past Champions League finals ahead of Saturday's showdown with Liverpool.
May 25, 10:02
France's Theo Hernandez celebrates scoring their third goal against Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on October 7, 2021
Preview: Spain vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Nations League clash between Spain and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 8, 10:52
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte poses with the FA Cup on May 19, 2018
Europa League final: Antonio Conte, Julen Lopetegui in focus
Sports Mole looks at the coaching careers of Antonio Conte and Julen Lopetegui in more detail ahead of Inter Milan's Europa League final with Sevilla.
Aug 20, 10:42
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar celebrates scoring their second goal from the penalty spot on January 26, 2020
Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Eduardo Camavinga, Manuel Neuer, Mauro Icardi
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 9, 07:57
Neymar celebrates scoring for PSG on September 14, 2019
Real Madrid legend Vicente Del Bosque hits out at "cheat" Neymar
World Cup-winning manager and Real Madrid legend Vicente Del Bosque describes the club's rumoured transfer target Neymar as a "cheat" and "not a good example".
Apr 8, 16:45
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Spain sack Julen Lopetegui one day before World Cup
Spain sack manager Julen Lopetegui just one day before the start of the 2018 World Cup and two days before they are due to begin their campaign against Portugal.
Jun 13, 11:02
Spain's squad lines up for their official 2018 World Cup photoshoot
World Cup preview: Spain
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of 2010 champions Spain as they look to bounce back from a group-stage exit four years ago.
Jun 12, 15:01
David de Gea in action for Manchester United in the FA Cup on April 21, 2018
Vicente del Bosque hails "complete keeper" David de Gea
Former Spain manager Vicente Del Bosque claims that "complete keeper" David de Gea will only keep improving.
Jun 5, 10:07
Zinedine Zidane watches on during the Copa del Rey game between Real Madrid and Leganes on January 24, 2018
Vicente del Bosque 'surprised by Zinedine Zidane's coaching career'
Former Real Madrid boss Vicente del Bosque says that he did not expect Zinedine Zidane to go into coaching one he had retired from professional football.
May 23, 19:12
Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Vicente del Bosque: 'No Liverpool players make Real Madrid XI'
Former Real Madrid boss Vicente del Bosque insists that no Liverpool players would make it into the Los Blancos XI.
May 22, 14:12
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopetegui hails 'brilliant' Spain
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui congratulates his side for a 'brilliant' World Cup qualifying campaign.
Oct 10, 14:59
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Vicente del Bosque: 'Alvaro Morata joining Manchester United a shame'
Vicente del Bosque admits that it will be disappointing to see Alvaro Morata leave Real Madrid this summer, but it will not affect his place in the Spain setup.
Jun 27, 20:28
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview: Juventus vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the Champions League final in Cardiff between Juventus and Real Madrid.
Jun 2, 15:00
Cristiano Ronaldo finally shows some modesty during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Miami to host El Clasico fixture?
Real Madrid and Barcelona could reportedly meet in Miami this summer as part of pre-season tournament the International Champions Cup.
Feb 10, 18:42
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopetegui pleased with Spain comeback
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui hails his side for bouncing back from a 2-0 deficit to draw 2-2 with England in Tuesday's international friendly in London.
Nov 16, 13:13
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui: 'Patient approach worked'
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that "patience" was the name of the game in his team's 2-0 win over Albania on Sunday night.
Oct 10, 15:19
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Vicente del Bosque: 'Poison harmed Spain'
Vicente del Bosque claims that "poison from the outside" harmed his Spain squad in their last two international tournaments.
Oct 9, 14:32
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopetegui "satisfied" with Spain threat
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that he is "satisfied" with his team's attacking threat ahead of Sunday's 2018 World Cup qualifier against Albania.
Oct 8, 22:25
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Diego Costa hails Spain teammates
Spain forward Diego Costa hails his international teammates for helping him overcome a difficult period with the national team.
Sep 6, 13:39
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopetegui "delighted" with Spain squad
New Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that his players have shown the right "attitude" in the build-up to Monday night's 2018 World Cup qualifier at home to Liechtenstein.
Sep 5, 12:57
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopeteui 'enjoyed' Spain debut
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that he 'enjoyed' his debut as La Roja coach as his team recorded a 2-0 win over Belgium.
Sep 2, 22:18
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui hints at fresh ideas
New Spain boss Julen Lopetegui hints that he will attempt to make La Roja more compact and difficult to beat ahead of Thursday's friendly with Belgium.
Sep 1, 18:18
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Dani Carvajal: 'Spain can return to top'
Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal insists that Spain have the ability to "conquer the world once again" under new manager Julen Lopetegui.
Sep 1, 17:36
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui hails Marco Asensio
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui pays tribute to Real Madrid attacker Marco Asensio after including the youngster in his first national team squad.
Aug 26, 21:16
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Julen Lopetegui explains Iker Casillas absence
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui "felt it was best" to omit Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas from his first national team selection.
Aug 26, 21:03
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Robert Fernandez: 'Barcelona in Paco Alcacer talks'
Barcelona are "optimistic" of signing Valencia striker Paco Alcacer in the latter stages of the transfer window, claims sporting director Robert Fernandez.
Aug 26, 19:53
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Iker Casillas, Cesc Fabregas left out of Julen Lopetegui's first Spain squad
Iker Casillas and Cesc Fabregas are left out of Julen Lopetegui's first Spain squad, while Diego Costa and Juan Mata are recalled.
Aug 26, 12:54
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Tottenham Hotspur, Espanyol in Pau Lopez talks
A report claims that Tottenham Hotspur and Espanyol are currently in negotiations over the transfer of Spanish goalkeeper Pau Lopez.
Aug 18, 16:39
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Jesus Garcia Pitarch: 'Valencia will not sell Paco Alcacer'
Valencia sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch insists that reported Barcelona target Paco Alcacer will not be allowed to leave the Mestalla this summer.
Aug 17, 15:02
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England announce friendly meeting with Spain in November
England and Spain will face off at Wembley Stadium on November 15, four days after the Three Lions meet Scotland at the same venue in a crucial qualifying clash.
Aug 11, 09:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Vicente del Bosque hails Marco Asensio
Former Spain boss Vicente del Bosque says that Real Madrid youngster Marco Asensio is "the biggest talent in Spain" and admits that he almost picked him for Euro 2016.
Jul 28, 22:21
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui coy on Iker Casillas future
New Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that now is "not the time" to discuss individuals that may or may not be part of his squad moving forward.
Jul 23, 20:06
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14West Ham UnitedWest Ham165472129-819
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