Luis de la Fuente reveals fitness strategy after Czechia win
Luis de la Fuente explains Spain's rotation policy and player welfare strategy following their 3-1 Nations League victory over Czechia.
Luis de la Fuente
This tag brings together articles about Luis de la Fuente, including coaching decisions, quotes, match reactions and updates on the manager’s future.
Luis de la Fuente: Lamine Yamal is on the path to legend status
Spain's head coach praised the impact of the Barcelona forward after his latest goal for the national team in the Nations League.
Samu Omorodion reveals World Cup heartbreak after injury layoff
Porto forward Samu Omorodion opens up about the psychological toll of missing the 2026 World Cup with Spain due to a cruciate ligament tear.
Spain sets world record with 40-match unbeaten run
The Spanish national team has extended its unbeaten streak to 40 matches, setting a new global record for national selections.
Luis de la Fuente hails Lamine Yamal's 'magic' after Spain thrash Croatia
Lamine Yamal scored twice and provided an assist as Spain secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League.
De la Fuente: History owes Spanish football more than one Ballon d'Or
The Spain head coach hopes to see Spanish success in both the player and coaching categories at the upcoming Ballon d'Or awards.
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente plays down Eric Garcia injury fears
Luis de la Fuente has provided an optimistic update on Eric Garcia after the Barcelona defender withdrew from Spain's clash with England due to knee discomfort.
Defiant Luis de la Fuente insists Spain 'controlled' superpower England
Luis de la Fuente praised Spain's resilience after a 3-2 Nations League win over England at Wembley, extending their unbeaten run to 39 games.
Rodri backs De la Fuente for FIFA Coach of the Year award
Barcelona midfielder Rodri has publicly endorsed Luis de la Fuente for the FIFA Coach of the Year award following Spain's 2026 World Cup victory.
Fabián Ruiz on the Ballon d'Or: 'Why not dream about it?'
PSG and Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz, a Champions League and World Cup winner, opens up about his Ballon d'Or ambitions.
Luis de la Fuente: A Spaniard should win the Ballon d'Or
The Spain head coach believes his players deserve the Ballon d'Or following their World Cup success.
Tebas hits back at Mourinho over Real Madrid referee conspiracy claims
La Liga president Javier Tebas has dismissed Jose Mourinho's claims of refereeing bias as a smokescreen for Real Madrid's poor start to the season.
Luis de la Fuente reveals 'horrifying' dressing room scenes after Gavi injury
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente reflects on the most difficult moment of his tenure, describing the emotional impact of Gavi's severe knee injury on the squad.
Luis de la Fuente calls for Ballon d'Or recognition for Spain stars
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has backed his players for the Ballon d'Or while tipping Lamine Yamal for future individual success.
Luis de la Fuente set for new Spain contract extension through to 2030
Following Spain's 2026 World Cup triumph, the RFEF has opened contract extension talks with head coach Luis de la Fuente until the 2030 tournament.
Spain World Cup Champions: De la Fuente’s masterclass
Spain captured their second World Cup title after a dominant campaign, capped by a final victory over Argentina.
Spain celebrates World Cup glory with festive Madrid parade
Spain's World Cup-winning squad held an open-top bus parade through Madrid to celebrate their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final.
Unai Simon admits he 'didn't have to work that hard' during Spain's World Cup glory
Golden Glove winner Unai Simon credited his teammates for Spain's defensive masterclass, which saw them concede just one goal throughout their 2026 World Cup triumph.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic on Spain's triumph: "Football won today"
Zlatan Ibrahimovic praised Spain's World Cup victory, labeling them the best team in the competition.
Lamine Yamal makes history as World Cup winner at 19
After Spain's World Cup victory, Lamine Yamal earned praise from Joe Hart and Luis de la Fuente, becoming the youngest player to win both the Euros and the World Cup.