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Argentina coach and Spain coach bonding The bond between Lionel Scaloni and Luis de la Fuente is one of the most respected mentor–student relationships in international football. Here's why they are close: In 2017, after retiring as a player, Scaloni took the UEFA Pro Licence coaching course at the in Spanish Football Federation's training center in Las Rozas. Luis de la Fuente was one of the instructors on that course and taught Scaloni. Scaloni has repeatedly praised De la Fuente, saying he helped him a lot during his coaching education. De la Fuente has also spoken highly of Scaloni, recalling that he was an outstanding student who sat in the front row and showed exceptional interest in learning. They have remained friends and have great mutual respect, although they become rivals when Argentina and Spain meet. Before the 2026 World Cup final, both coaches emphasized that their friendship would be put aside for the match. In short, their relationship is mentor and former student, which later developed into a friendship based on mutual respect. It is not a family or personal relationship, but a strong professional bond that has lasted for years.