World Cup 2026 Managers — Who is Managing Each Country?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup brings together 48 national team managers. From Didier Deschamps leading France as heavy favourites to Thomas Tuchel trying to end England's long wait for a major trophy the managers are as fascinating as the players. Here is who is in charge of the key nations at World Cup 2026.
| Country | Manager | Nationality | Notable Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | Didier Deschamps | French | Won World Cup 2018 as manager |
| Argentina | Lionel Scaloni | Argentine | Won World Cup 2022 and Copa America |
| England | Thomas Tuchel | German | Won Champions League with Chelsea |
| Spain | Luis de la Fuente | Spanish | Won Euro 2024 |
| Brazil | Dorival Junior | Brazilian | Copa America 2024 finalist |
| Germany | Julian Nagelsmann | German | One of Europe's most exciting young managers |
| Portugal | Roberto Martinez | Spanish | Led Belgium to third in 2018 World Cup |
| Netherlands | Ronald Koeman | Dutch | Netherlands legend and experienced international manager |
| Belgium | Domenico Tedesco | Italian-German | Led Belgium through transition |
| Norway | Stale Solbakken | Norwegian | Building Norway around Haaland and Odegaard |
| Uruguay | Marcelo Bielsa | Argentine | Legendary tactician |
| Croatia | Zlatko Dalic | Croatian | Led Croatia to third place at 2018 World Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the England manager at World Cup 2026?
Thomas Tuchel is the England manager at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The German coach was appointed in January 2025.
Who is the France manager at World Cup 2026?
Didier Deschamps is the France manager. He previously led France to the World Cup title in 2018.
Who manages Argentina at World Cup 2026?
Lionel Scaloni manages Argentina. He led them to victory at the 2022 World Cup and the 2021 and 2024 Copa America.
Who is the Brazil manager at World Cup 2026?
Dorival Junior is the Brazil manager at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Who manages Spain at World Cup 2026?
Luis de la Fuente manages Spain. He led Spain to victory at Euro 2024.
Who is the Germany manager at World Cup 2026?
Julian Nagelsmann is the Germany manager at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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