Belgian Coach David Huber Returns to Face Former Club Hapoel Be'er Sheva
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David Huber, coach of Belgian champions Union Saint-Gilloise, will face his former club Hapoel Be'er Sheva, where he played in 2014. Huber, who is building a strong coaching reputation, recalled the warm hospitality he received during his time in Israel. His coaching philosophy emphasizes proactive, aggressive, and flexible play, drawing inspiration from figures like Kevin De Bruyne and Peter Bosz. His wife, Kim, provides crucial support for his demanding career.
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- David Huber, coach of Union Saint-Gilloise, will face his former club Hapoel Be'er Sheva.
- Huber played for Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the second half of the 2013/14 season.
- He is known for building proactive, aggressive, and flexible football teams.
- Huber draws inspiration from former teammate Kevin De Bruyne and coach Peter Bosz.
- His wife, Kim, is a psychiatric nurse and provides crucial support.
- Huber played alongside future stars like De Bruyne and Courtois at Genk.
David Huber, the current coach of Belgian champions Union Saint-Gilloise, is set to face his former club Hapoel Be'er Sheva, where he played briefly in 2014. Though not a standout player, Huber, 38, is building a strong coaching reputation less than three years after retiring. His time in Israel, though short, left a lasting impression, with Huber recalling the warm hospitality he received.
Huber joined Hapoel Be'er Sheva on loan from Genk in February 2014, playing the second half of the 2013/14 season. He made 16 appearances as a defensive midfielder, contributing to the team's second-place finish under coach Elisha Levy. His earlier career included success with Genk, winning the Belgian league in 2011 and the Belgian Cup in 2009, playing alongside future stars like Kevin De Bruyne and Thibaut Courtois.
Huber's transition to coaching was influenced by his later playing years. He described how he began thinking about player positioning and team strategy, even as a player. Former teammate Louis Patris noted Huber's natural leadership and tactical understanding, predicting his coaching career even then. Huber himself emphasized his desire to build proactive, aggressive, and flexible teams, focusing on dominant play rather than mere possession.
His coaching path included spells with Anderlecht's youth teams and briefly the senior squad, followed by a stint at Leuven. An unexpected offer from Union Saint-Gilloise led to his current role. The Belgian club was impressed by his analytical approach, including his assessment of player development and his alignment with the club's core values, even after his dismissal from Anderlecht.
Huber aims for his teams to be dangerous in various formations, adapting to opponents and squad availability. He values building play from the back, with the goalkeeper actively involved in ball circulation. He draws inspiration from coaches like Peter Bosz and stresses the importance of player intensity and a controlled demeanor, even in the face of setbacks. His wife, Kim, a psychiatric nurse, plays a crucial role in maintaining stability amidst his demanding 24/7 coaching career.
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