Mikel Arteta Nominated for 2026 Ballon d'Or Men's Coach of the Year

Arsenal's head coach, Mikel Arteta, has been officially nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or Men's Coach of the Year award. The recognition highlights the significant impact and success achieved under his leadership at the North London club.

The nomination puts Arteta in contention for one of football's most esteemed individual coaching accolades, acknowledging his strategic prowess and development of the squad.

This prestigious acknowledgement from the Ballon d'Or committee underscores the positive trajectory and growing reputation of Arsenal under Arteta's guidance.