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Deschamps Eyes Historic 2026 World Cup Repeat
9 Jul
Summary
- Deschamps aims to win a second World Cup as coach in 2026.
- He previously won the 2018 World Cup as France's coach.
- France is a favorite to win the 2026 World Cup.
Didier Deschamps, France's national team coach since 2012, made World Cup history by winning the 2018 tournament as a coach, having previously won it as a player. He is now set to compete in the 2026 World Cup, aiming to become the second coach to secure two men's World Cup titles.
Deschamps has had a notable playing career, captaining France to their 1998 World Cup victory. His coaching journey includes spells at Monaco and Juventus before taking the helm of the French national team.
Under his guidance, France reached the Euro 2016 final and won the 2018 World Cup. They were runners-up in the 2022 World Cup. As of the 2026 tournament, Deschamps' squad is considered a favorite, boasting talent like Kylian Mbappe.
