Former France national team captain and Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of the France national football team, bringing an end to long-standing speculation over his international managerial future.
Zidane replaces Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after an extended and successful spell in charge of Les Bleus, which included winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and reaching multiple major tournament finals.
The French Football Federation confirmed the appointment, with Zidane expected to take charge ahead of upcoming international fixtures as France begins a new cycle.
Widely regarded as one of France’s greatest-ever players, Zidane won the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2000 with the national team. As a manager, he made history with Real Madrid, becoming the only manager in the UEFA Champions League era to win three consecutive titles (2016, 2017, 2018).
His appointment marks his first managerial role since leaving Real Madrid and signals a new era for the French national team as they aim to remain among the world’s elite.
The 52-year-old now faces the challenge of blending experienced stars with emerging talents while maintaining France’s competitive edge at major tournaments.
Zidane’s arrival has already generated excitement among fans and analysts, with many expecting his experience and winning pedigree to have an immediate impact.
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