Zinedine Zidane has been officially appointed as the head coach of the French national football team, signing a contract until 2030 to succeed Didier Deschamps.
Key points
- Zidane returns to management five years after leaving his previous position at Real Madrid.
- His predecessor, Didier Deschamps, concluded a 14-year tenure following the 2026 World Cup.
- Zidane's first match in charge will be a UEFA Nations League fixture against Turkey on September 25.
Why it matters
The appointment brings one of France's most celebrated football figures to the national team helm, taking over following a historic era under Deschamps and aiming for success at the upcoming European Championship and World Cup.
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