Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman defends his team’s tactics after the Netherlands exit the World Cup, addressing criticism of a more defensive approach than the country’s traditional attacking style. According to reporting, Koeman makes clear he does not regret selecting a structure that emphasizes defending, including using a back line heavily weighted toward defenders. The decision is framed as a deliberate shift from what is often referred to as the “Dutch school” of attacking football. Koeman’s comments come after the Netherlands’ tournament ended, prompting scrutiny of whether the team’s game plan limited its attacking output or affected results. While specific match details are not provided in the available summaries, the core point across coverage is Koeman’s stance that his approach is justified and that he is not changing course in response to public criticism. Overall, the reports present Koeman as directly responding to tactical backlash and emphasizing that his coaching choices are based on strategy rather than adherence to a particular style of play.