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Zidane Set to Coach France After 2026 World Cup
23 Mar
Summary
- Zinedine Zidane will succeed Didier Deschamps as France coach.
- A verbal agreement is in place between Zidane and the FFF.
- Zidane's appointment is expected after the 2026 World Cup.
Zinedine Zidane is expected to take the helm as the head coach of the France national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps. Sources indicate that a verbal agreement has been established between the legendary former player and the Fédération Française de Football (FFF).
Didier Deschamps' departure after 14 successful years has been long anticipated, with Zidane, who left Real Madrid in 2021, considered the destined successor. The appointment is slated to be official once France concludes its campaign in the 2026 World Cup.
FFF president Philippe Diallo acknowledged that the successor's identity is known, fueling speculation that has now been confirmed by sources. The final details regarding Zidane's coaching staff are still being finalized.
