France Football have unveiled the full shortlist of nominees for the 2026 Coach of the Year award as managers from across men’s and women’s soccer battle for the top prize in the industry.
First awarded in 2024, the trophy is formally named after the legendary Johan Cruyff and recognizes those whose superior tactics produced the most success over the previous season. Carlo Ancelotti won the first prize, with Paris Saint-Germain’s Luis Enrique taking home the award in 2025.