The 2024 Ballon d’Or Men’s Coach of the Year nominees have been unveiled, highlighting a range of top coaching talents who have made significant impacts over the past year. Here are the nominees:
2024 Ballon d’Or Men’s Coach of the Year Nominees
- Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) – For leading Manchester City to a treble, including the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League.
- Jürgen Klopp (Liverpool) – Recognized for his role in Liverpool’s strong season and their impressive run in domestic and international competitions.
- Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid) – For guiding Real Madrid to major titles and continuing his legacy as one of the most successful managers.
- Thomas Tuchel (Bayern Munich) – Noted for his achievements with Bayern Munich and his tactical innovations.
- Luciano Spalletti (Napoli) – For his role in Napoli’s success in Serie A and his influence on their remarkable season.
- Diego Simeone (Atletico Madrid) – For maintaining Atletico Madrid’s competitive edge and his continued success in La Liga and Europe.
These nominations reflect the outstanding achievements and contributions of these coaches throughout the season. The addition of a coaches’ category to the Ballon d’Or event underscores the importance of managerial excellence in football.