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Coach Hareide Battles Brain Cancer
25 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Former coach Åge Hareide is undergoing treatment for brain cancer.
- He has received radiation and chemotherapy, showing resilience.
- Hareide led Denmark to the 2018 World Cup round of 16.
Former World Cup and Champions League coach Åge Hareide is presently undergoing treatment for brain cancer. His son confirmed that the 72-year-old has undergone radiation and chemotherapy, demonstrating remarkable strength.
Hareide has a rich coaching history, notably guiding Denmark to the round of 16 in the 2018 World Cup. He also previously managed the Norway national team and coached clubs like Malmö in the Champions League.
His coaching career has seen him achieve league titles in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Hareide began coaching Iceland in 2023 but retired from coaching one year ago.
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