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Zidane to Lead France: A New Era Begins for Les Bleus
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Zidane to Lead France: A New Era Begins for Les Bleus

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Zinedine Zidane is set to become the new head coach of the French national football team, succeeding Didier Deschamps.
  • Zidane will formally sign his contract this month and will lead France in the Nations League, Euro 2028, and the 2030 World Cup.
  • Deschamps departs after a successful tenure, including winning the 2018 World Cup and reaching the 2022 final.

Zinedine Zidane is poised to take the helm of the French national football team, with renowned football insider Fabrizio Romano confirming the long-anticipated move. Zidane will succeed Didier Deschamps, who is stepping down after the World Cup third-place match against England.

This appointment marks a significant step in Zidane's coaching career, which saw him achieve remarkable success with Real Madrid, including three consecutive Champions League titles. He will now face the challenge of leading a squad brimming with top talent, aiming for major international trophies.

Deschamps leaves the French team after a highly successful period, during which they won the 2018 World Cup, were runners-up in the 2022 World Cup, and secured the Nations League title. The legendary midfielder, who already made history as a player for France, will now aim to replicate that success as a manager.

Zidane has reportedly finalized his staff and will formally sign the necessary documents this month. His tenure will begin with the Nations League, followed by Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup, signaling a new era for the French national team.

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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.