The managers nominated for FIFA's 'The Best' award

 

24 July 2018

Massimiliano Allegri (Juventus)

Allegri lead the 'Old Lady' commendably both domestically and in Europe as they gave Real Madrid a huge scare in the Champions League.

Stanislav Cherchesov (Russia)

Following a dismal run of defeat running into the World Cup, Cherchesov performed miracles to help his side to the quarter-finals on home soil.

Zlatko Dalic (Croatia)

The 'second best manager in the world' stunned onlookers by leading Croatia to the World Cup final.

Didier Deschamps (France)

Became only the third person to win the World Cup as both a player and a manager with his triumph in Russia.

Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)

Sauntered to a league and league cup double in England with some scintillating displays.

Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool)

The German has built an enviable squad at Anfield and impressed as he lead his side to the Champions League final.

Roberto Martinez (Belgium)

Something of a flop in the Premier League, Martinez silenced his doubters by leading Belgium to third at the World Cup.

Diego Simeone (Atletico Madrid)

The Argentine secured silverware for Atleti courtesy of their Europa League final victory over Marseille.

Gareth Southgate (England)

Took the little-fancied 'Three Lions' to the semi-finals of the World Cup and rebuild the bond between the fans and the national team.

Ernesto Valverde (Barcelona)

Claimed a league and cup double almost without losing a single game in an impressive first season in Catalonia.

Zinedine Zidane (Real Madrid)

Completed the incredible feat of winning three straight Champions League titles before leaving the Bernabeu with his head held high.