London, Oct. 26 -- Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente was named Best Men's Coach at the 2026 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony after guiding the national team to victory at the FIFA World Cup this year.

The award recognises De la Fuente's contribution to Spain's international success, adding to his titles with the national team, including the UEFA Nations League and Euro 2024.

Spain's World Cup triumph also underlined the strength of its squad, with six members of the world-champion team, including young forward Lamine Yamal, among the Ballon d'Or nominees.

De la Fuente's coaching approach has emphasised teamwork and unity alongside individual talent. His ability to manage a young and successful squad through a demanding tournament was a key...