Goethals, loved by the general public for his lovely Brussels accent and the way he mispronounced some names, was a football addict known for his tactical approach. After serving as assistant to Tuur Ceuleers and later Constant Vanden Stock, he became head coach in 1968 and led the Red Devils to the 1970 World Cup and the European Championship in 1972, where Belgium won bronze. On the way to the final four at the European Championships in Belgium, the ‘White Devils’, thanks to several clever moves by Goethals, managed to eliminate Portugal and Italy.

Period: 17/04/1966 – 25/04/1976

Official matches: 44

Big tournaments: 2 (1970 World Cup and European Championship in 1972)