Federation backs coach who led Spain to 2026 World Cup glory

Spain’s governing body has officially offered Luis de la Fuente a long‑term contract that will keep him at the helm until 2032. The move comes after the coach guided La Roja to a 1-0 win over Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the 2026 final, clinching the nation’s second World Cup title. De la Fuente’s résumé also includes a Nations League triumph in 2023 and an unbeaten run in Euro 2024. Luizen emphasized that the extension reflects the coach’s decade‑long contribution to Spanish football and his desire to finish his career with the national side.