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Lubertus Hendricus "Bert" van Lingen (28 December 1945) is a Dutch professional
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who enjoyed two spells in charge of the
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. He later became an
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of
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, accompanying the self-styled 'Little General' on lucrative assignments at Glasgow Rangers, Zenit Saint Petersburg and Sunderland. Van Lingen is married to
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, a former player in his charge some 17 years his junior, who herself went on to coach the Netherlands women's team as well.


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1945 births Living people Footballers from Delft Dutch football managers Netherlands women's national football team managers De Graafschap managers Rangers F.C. non-playing staff Sunderland A.F.C. non-playing staff FC Zenit Saint Petersburg non-playing staff Association footballers not categorized by position Association football players not categorized by nationality {{Netherlands-footy-bio-stub