Sept 9 (Reuters) - Curacao managerDick Advocaat has signed a contract extension keeping him in charge through July, the country's football federation announced on Wednesday.
The agreement ensures stability following a turbulent period for the Dutch coach and the Caribbean nation. Advocaat originally led Curacao to a historic qualification for the recent World Cup before stepping down, only to return in May, replacing Fred Rutten.
"This is a fantastic group to work with," Advocaat said. “We have achieved something special together, and I look forward to continuing to build on what we have accomplished with the players and staff."
Curacao finished bottom of Group E at the World Cup in North America, earning a point when they held Ecuador to a 0-0 draw on June 21.
Advocaat will soon announce his squad for upcoming CONCACAF Nations League fixtures against Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Trinidad and Tobago.
(Reporting by Tommy Lund in GdanskEditing by Christian Radnedge)
