Zinedine Zidane to Replace Didier Deschamps as France National Team Coach
Zinedine Zidane has reached an agreement to become the coach of the French national team, replacing Didier Deschamps. The official announcement is expected after the 2026 World Cup, with Zidane's contract running until the 2030 World Cup. Under Deschamps, the team achieved several titles, including the 2018 World Cup victory.
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Zinedine Zidane to Become New France National Team Coach
Zinedine Zidane has reached a principal agreement to take over as head coach of the France national team, replacing Didier Deschamps.
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