🧳 They call the shots here, the bosses of the 2026 World Cup | OneFootball

The 2026 World Cup won’t just be played with the feet, but with the head. Beyond the goals from the usual stars, the real battle of this XL tournament will be fought on the tactical boards, where established legends, hungry youngsters, and conductors on the verge of retirement are putting their legacy on the line on the ultimate map of modern football.

Luis de la Fuente

He keeps Spain’s possession-based DNA, but with a much more vertical and electric tempo. His challenge is to prove that the Nations League and the European Championship were no fluke.

Carlo Ancelotti

The tournament’s biggest bombshell. He makes his World Cup debut on the touchline, leading a Brazil side under pressure to win the 'Hexa'. Pure ego management in pursuit of eternal glory.

Thomas Tuchel

He takes charge of an England side bursting with talent but historically frustrated. His tactical obsession promises to deliver the definitive competitive leap the British have been chasing for so long.

Lionel Scaloni

The defending champion of the 'Scaloneta'. He has the toughest mission: to reinvent Argentina’s hunger and maintain a winning mentality in a squad that has already won it all.

Didier Deschamps

The Last Dance. The French strategist will experience his final tournament with France. He wants to close out a golden, historic era by leaving Les Bleus at the very top of the podium.

Julian Nagelsmann

Youth and hyper-connectivity at Germany’s service. His football of kamikaze transitions and data analysis aims to restore pride and competitive freshness to the 'Mannschaft'.

Dick Advocaat

Pure living history. At 78, the oldest coach in World Cup history takes on Curaçao’s Caribbean miracle. A romantic madness no one wants to miss.

Roberto Martínez

He leads a Portugal side that, beyond Cristiano Ronaldo’s leadership, overflows with young talent on every side. His obsession with attractive, attacking football will face its ultimate trial by fire.

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