Nagelsmann, Tuchel and Ancelotti to coach at World Cup 2026

Julian Nagelsmann, a former German top‑flight coach, will be on the touchlines at FIFA World Cup 2026. Nagelsmann joins the tournament alongside two other ex‑Bundesliga managers. Thomas Tuchel, also a former German top‑flight coach, will be a head coach at FIFA World Cup 2026. Tuchel adds to the trio of Bundesliga‑experienced coaches at the event.

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Carlo Ancelotti, another former German top‑flight coach, will be on the touchlines at FIFA World Cup 2026. Ancelotti completes the group of three ex‑Bundesliga managers at the competition.

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The three appointments give the Bundesliga representation on football’s biggest stage. The World Cup 2026 will therefore feature three coaches with experience in Germany’s premier league.