National football federations are spending millions in their pursuit of World Cup glory, with Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti emerging as the highest-paid coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
According to salary figures compiled ahead of the tournament, Ancelotti earns an annual salary of £8.28 million, placing him comfortably ahead of his counterparts at the competition.
The former Real Madrid manager, who took charge of Brazil in a landmark appointment, is expected to lead the South American giants’ bid for a record-extending sixth World Cup title.
England manager Thomas Tuchel is the second-highest earner on the list with an annual salary of £5.06 million.
The German coach was appointed by the Football Association following England’s near misses under former manager Gareth Southgate and is tasked with ending the country’s long wait for major international success.
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino ranks third, earning £4.53 million annually. The Argentine manager, who
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