Luis de la Fuente continues to establish himself among the top national team coaches of the modern era, having led Spain to victory in the 2026 World Cup final against Argentina, adding the global title to his impressive list of achievements.
Luis de la Fuente's successful journey began with winning the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2015, followed by the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2019. He then led the senior national team to victory in the UEFA Nations League in 2023, the UEFA European Championship in 2024, and finally the FIFA World Cup in 2026, confirming his success across all levels he has overseen.
Since taking over as head coach of the Spanish national team in December 2022, De la Fuente has recorded exceptional numbers, having played nearly 50 matches with a record of 37 wins, 10 draws, and only 2 losses. This is the best record in terms of fewest defeats for any European coach in their first 50 matches with their national team.
This remarkable record confirms that De la Fuente has succeeded in bringing "La Roja" back to the top of world football, combining continental and global titles, making him one of the most successful coaches in the history of the Spanish national team in a short period.
