Rafael Louzán
President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation.
Rafael Louzán, president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, led its delegation when the King received Spain's World Cup squad at the Zarzuela on 20 July 2026.
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Felipe VI received Spain's champions at the ZarzuelaBackground
Rafael Louzán is president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), overseeing Spain's national teams, domestic competitions and the federation's relationship with UEFA and FIFA. Before taking the national role he held office within Galicia's regional football administration.
The presidency followed a period of upheaval at the RFEF: his predecessor resigned in 2023 after controversy surrounding the previous World Cup final. Louzán has since led the federation through Spain's 2026 title win, the country's first men's World Cup since 2010.
As the federation's head, Louzán led the RFEF delegation, alongside head coach Luis de la Fuente and captain Rodri, to the King's reception of the squad at the Palacio de la Zarzuela on 20 July 2026, representing the federation's operational leadership at the occasion rather than the government or royal household .
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