Luis de la Fuente awarded best men's coach after World Cup triumph

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Luis de la Fuente awarded best men's coach after World Cup triumph
Summary

Luis de la Fuente has been named the top men's coach after leading Spain to victory at the 2026 World Cup. This accolade follows his earlier successes, including titles in the Nations League and Euro 2024. The award highlights his effective management of a young team, emphasizing teamwork and camaraderie as keys to success. His guidance also contributed to multiple Spanish players being nominated for the Ballon d'Or, reflecting the team's overall excellence in recent competitions. De la Fuente's achievements mark a significant period for Spanish football.

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  • •Luis de la Fuente named best men's coach of the year.
  • •Spain won the 2026 World Cup under his leadership.
  • •He previously secured the Nations League and Euro 2024 titles.
  • •Several Spanish players nominated for the Ballon d'Or.
  • •Recognition reflects emphasis on teamwork and youth management.
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  • 9:41 PMYahoo Sports — De la Fuente wins men's Ballon d'Or coach of year
  • 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Luis de la Fuente, the best coach of a men's team
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Luis de la Fuente won the Ballon d'Or for men's coach of the year on Monday after leading Spain to World Cup glory.In an age of coaches who were previously star players, 65-year-old de la Fuente stands out as a technician who worked his way up through the national coaching ranks in Spain.

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World champion De la Fuente named coach of the yearLuis de la Fuente has been named the best men's coach after leading Spain to victory at the 2026 World Cup. The national team coach takes the award i...

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