Spanish coach Luis de la Fuente has concluded an incredible 2025 by being honored as the best men’s national team coach in the world for the second year in a row. This esteemed accolade, presented by the IFFHS (International Federation of Football History & Statistics), reinforces the coach’s dominance on the international football stage.
De la Fuente topped the rankings with 136 points, significantly outpacing notable figures like Roberto Martínez and Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni, who previously won the 2022 and 2023 awards.
A Year of Historic Achievements
The reasons behind this recognition are clear. Under his guidance, the Spanish National Team not only qualified for the 2026 World Cup but did so by setting remarkable records. Spain achieved an impressive 31 official matches unbeaten, establishing a new world record for invincibility.
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A Resurgence in Football
Beyond their on-field success, De la Fuente’s strategic leadership has propelled “La Roja” back to the summit of the FIFA rankings. These accomplishments affirm his vision for football and solidify his status as the most influential coach in the game today. With this double accolade from IFFHS, Spain enters the World Cup year as the team to watch.
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