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.
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.
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.
World Cup 2026: Spain v Argentina - the classroom moment bonding De la Fuente & Scaloni
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente and Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni face off in the World Cup final, sharing a bond that began when De la Fuente taught Scaloni during his coaching studies in 2017.
Spain star Marc Cucurella makes shock retirement pledge before World Cup final
Marc Cucurella has vowed to retire from international football if Spain beat Argentina in the World Cup final and plans a tattoo tribute to manager Luis de la Fuente.
Luis de la Fuente: Lamine Yamal in ‘perfect physical condition’ for World Cup final
The Spain head coach confirmed the 19-year-old winger is fully fit for the final against Argentina after recovering from a knock.
Cucurella could retire from international football after 2026 World Cup final
Defender Marc Cucurella says he is ready to end his international career if Spain wins the 2026 World Cup.
Luis de la Fuente warns Spain ahead of World Cup final
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has urged his players to maintain focus and avoid distractions or provocations in the upcoming 2026 World Cup final against Argentina.
Argentina reach World Cup final as Messi continues to dazzle
Argentina defeated England to reach the World Cup final, with Lionel Messi setting up both goals in a tactical masterclass.
Luis de la Fuente praises France's progress ahead of 2026 World Cup semi-final
Spain's head coach highlighted the opponent's attacking threat and emphasized tactical discipline ahead of their World Cup semi-final showdown.
Nico Williams returns to action for Spain at the World Cup
Forward Nico Williams has recovered from injury and featured for Spain in their victory over Belgium.
Historic Defence: Spain's new blueprint for World Cup glory
Spain reached the World Cup quarter-finals without conceding a goal, setting a new tournament record for defensive solidity.
De la Fuente: Great teams show up when it matters
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente shared his thoughts following the victory over Austria in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
Spain's Path to the 2026 World Cup Final: Bracket and Injury Concerns
After finishing first in Group H, Spain knows its route through the knockout stages, but faces uncertainty regarding key player fitness.
Luis de la Fuente: Lamine Yamal is destined to be a football genius
Spain's head coach praised the 18-year-old rising star and emphasized his importance to the team's future development.
De la Fuente: Oyarzabal can make history for Spain
Spain's head coach praised Mikel Oyarzabal's remarkable performance and statistics following the World Cup victory against Saudi Arabia.
De la Fuente: We pressured our opponent from the first minute
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente praised his team's performance after their World Cup victory but warned that the upcoming match against Uruguay will be tough.