Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has been named the Best FIFA Men's Coach 2022.
Scaloni was recognised with the illustrious honour after leading Argentina to a World Cup triumph at Qatar 2022, having finished ahead of finalists Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola in the voting.
In guiding Argentina to the promised land Qatar 2022, Scaloni has ensured legendary status in his home country. Scaloni’s calm, authoritative leadership helped his team swiftly recover from a shock opening-game defeat to Saudi Arabia.
Victories over Mexico and Poland sealed a spot in the Round of 16 and La Albiceleste continued to grow in stature and confidence as the tournament progressed.
Scaloni successfully harnessed the emotional energy of Argentina’s frenzied support in Qatar, helping strengthen the connection between fans and players.
His galvanised side overcame Australia, the Netherlands and Croatia on the way to reaching the final, as they blended world-class quality with steel, passion and a ferocious will to win.
Holders France stood in the way of sporting immortality, and Scaloni and his team went on to etch their names into the football history books with victory in a spectacular, jaw-dropping final.