Former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fàbregas has been named Serie A Coach of the Year for the 2025/26 season, following a remarkable campaign in charge of Como.
Fàbregas, who has overseen Como’s transformation since taking charge, was recognised for his outstanding managerial work after guiding the club through a historic season in Italy’s top flight.
The award represents another major milestone in the Spaniard’s rapidly developing coaching career, highlighting the impact he has made since moving from the playing field into management.
Under Fàbregas, Como displayed an attractive and competitive style of football, combining tactical organisation with attacking ambition.
His work helped the club achieve a campaign that exceeded expectations and placed Como among the standout stories of the 2025/26 Serie A season.
The former Spain international has earned growing praise for his tactical intelligence, leadership and ability to develop players while competing against some of the biggest clubs in Italian football.
Fàbregas’ achievement is particularly significant given his status as a relatively young coach.
After enjoying an illustrious playing career that included spells with Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea, as well as winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup and two European Championships with Spain, he is now establishing himself as one of the promising young managers in European football.
His success with Como has also further elevated the profile of the club, which has become one of the most intriguing teams in Serie A.
Being crowned Serie A Coach of the Year caps a historic 2025/26 campaign for Fàbregas and Como and provides further evidence that the Spaniard’s transition from elite midfielder to top-level manager is gathering serious momentum.
