Carlo Ancelotti Makes History by Winning First-Ever Ballon d’Or for Best Coach

Carlo Ancelotti adds another historic milestone to his legendary career by becoming the first manager in history to receive the Ballon d’Or for Best Coach, an award that recognizes his exceptional 2023-24 season at the helm of Real Madrid. The Italian manager, who added LaLiga and Champions League titles to his extensive trophy collection during the past campaign, achieves a distinction never before granted to a coach, consolidating his position as one of the most successful strategists in football history. “I want to thank my Family, my President, my Club, my Players, and especially Vini and Carvajal,” Ancelotti expressed through his social media, displaying his characteristic humility.

The new accolade joins a trophy cabinet that includes five Champions League titles and league championships in all five major European leagues (Spain, Italy, England, Germany, and France), an achievement no other manager has accomplished in football history.

Three Decades of Excellence

Ancelotti’s journey spans three decades on the sidelines, during which he has faced and overcome different generations of coaches. From his early days competing against his own mentors to the present, where he successfully competes against his former disciples, the Italian has demonstrated a unique ability to evolve and maintain his level of excellence. This new recognition confirms the legacy of a manager who has combined sporting success with a management style admired by both players and his peers in the football world.