French football has entered a new era as Zinedine Zidane has officially been appointed as the new head coach of the France national team, replacing Didier Deschamps after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The appointment marks the beginning of a long-awaited chapter, with one of France's greatest-ever players now tasked with leading Les Bleus back to international glory from the touchline.
Details of Zidane's contract as France's coach
Zidane Signs Four-Year Deal
The French Football Federation (FFF) has handed Zidane a four-year contract, which will keep him in charge until the conclusion of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The deal reflects the federation's long-term faith in the former Real Madrid manager, allowing him to oversee two major international tournaments, which include the UEFA Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup.
A New Era After Deschamps
Zidane succeeds Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after an immensely successful spell that included winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and reaching the 2022 World Cup final.
Guiding France to consistent success at major tournaments.
The transition sees another member of France's legendary 1998 World Cup-winning squad take over as the national team's manager.
Zidane's Outstanding Managerial Record
Although this will be his first international coaching role, Zidane arrives with one of the most impressive club coaching résumés in modern football.
During his time at Real Madrid, he won:
Three UEFA Champions League titles
Two La Liga titles
Two FIFA Club World Cups
Two UEFA Super Cups
Two Spanish Super Cups
What Awaits Zidane?
Zidane's immediate focus will be preparing France for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures before building towards Euro 2028. With an exciting generation of talent already in place, expectations will be high for him to deliver another major international trophy and maintain France's position among football's elite.
The former midfield maestro, who inspired France to World Cup glory as a player in 1998, now has the chance to create history once again, this time from the dugout. The French supporters will hope that one of the nation's greatest football icons can replicate his club success on the international stage and guide Les Bleus to further glory over the next four years.
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