Spanish Football Federation confirms contract renewal for Luis de la Fuente through 2030

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has made it official: Luis de la Fuente isn’t going anywhere. The governing body confirmed a contract extension that keeps the 63-year-old at the helm of the men’s national team through 2030, a deal that effectively guarantees he’ll coach Spain on home soil at the next World Cup. The résumé that earned the extension De la Fuente’s record since taking charge reads like something out of a football simulation game. Two defeats in 41 competitive matches. A UEFA Nations League title in 2023. A European Championship in 2024. And the crown jewel: Spain’s victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, secured in extra time against Argentina. RFEF president Rafael Louzán publicly confirmed the extension in mid-September 2026, praising the coach’s competitive track record and emphasizing the value of continuity. Negotiations reportedly moved quickly over the summer, with both sides reaching a principle of agreement by mid-September. De la Fuente’s previous deal ran through UEFA Euro 2028. The new contract adds two more years, aligning his tenure with Spain’s co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal and Morocco. What the deal looks like The financi...