Rudi Garcia will step down as Belgium head coach after the Royal Belgian Football Association confirmed that his contract, which expires on July 31, will not be renewed.
The announcement follows Belgium's run to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Red Devils were knocked out by eventual champions Spain.
In a statement released on Monday, the RBFA confirmed the end of its partnership with the 62-year-old Frenchman after 18 months in charge.
“After discussions with the Belgian Federation, we decided not to extend the excellent journey of the past 18 months,” Garcia said.
“I leave Belgium in League A of the UEFA Nations League and among the world's top eight teams.”
Garcia also expressed gratitude to the players, officials and supporters who backed the team during his tenure.
“I would like to thank my fantastic group of players, sporting director Vincent Mannaert and the fans who supported us throughout the World Cup. I wish Belgium all the best as they continue the generational transition I enjoyed initiating,” he added.
Garcia was appointed Belgium coach in early 2025 after successful managerial spells with clubs including Lille, Marseille, Lyon and AS Roma.
During his time in charge, Belgium retained their place in League A of the UEFA Nations League and reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, underlining their status among the world's leading football nations.
