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Ronald Koeman Grieves Loss of Wife | Amsterdam News
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- Sep 16, 2026
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- 79
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Summary
Heartbreaking news as Ronald Koeman mourns the passing of his beloved wife, Bartina, at 65 after a courageous battle with chronic breast cancer. Married since 1985 and mother to three children—including his son, goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Junior—she was his rock through decades of football triumphs and tribulations. Koeman, who stepped down from the Dutch national team after their World Cup exit, credited her unwavering support for his resilience and now reflects on how health and family eclipse the game. The football world, including the KNVB, FC Barcelona, and countless players, has rallied in solidarity, honoring a life that deeply touched the sport and those who knew her. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://nltimes.nl/2026/09/16/ronald-koemans-wife-bartina-passes-away-age-65 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0a65878d0deced1a Report issues to [email protected].