Zinedine Zidane is being tipped to become the new head coach of the France national team following the end of Didier Deschamps' tenure with Les Bleus.
Reports indicate that an initial agreement between Zidane and the French Football Federation (FFF) had already been in place for some time, with official steps expected to be completed after the World Cup.
The move comes after France were eliminated from the World Cup at the semi-final stage following a 2-0 defeat to Spain. The result ended Les Bleus' hopes of reaching a third consecutive World Cup final.
Deschamps to Step Aside After Historic Success
Didier Deschamps is expected to leave his position after France's World Cup campaign comes to an end. The coach has led the national team since 2012 and leaves behind a remarkable legacy after guiding France to the 2018 World Cup title and the 2022 World Cup final.
Following the defeat against Spain, Deschamps admitted that his team was outplayed by their opponents, particularly in midfield and overall control of the match.
Zidane: A Lifelong Dream to Manage France
For Zidane, becoming the head coach of France has been a major ambition since retiring as a player. Since leaving Real Madrid in 2021, he has been linked with several coaching positions but has waited for the opportunity to lead his country.
Zidane has reportedly turned down several offers from clubs, with his main objective being the chance to manage Les Bleus.
A Coach Arriving with an Impressive Record
Although Zidane has no experience managing a national team, his record as Real Madrid coach gives him strong credentials. During his two spells at Santiago Bernabéu, he guided Real Madrid to three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles, establishing himself as one of the most successful coaches in elite football.
He is now expected to inherit a squad filled with top talent, including Kylian Mbappé and a new generation of French players, with his main challenge being to return the team to the top of world football.
Zidane Begins a New Chapter for Les Bleus
Zidane's appointment would carry enormous significance because he is not only a coach but also one of the greatest figures in French football history. As a player, Zidane helped France win the 1998 World Cup as one of the stars of that legendary team.
French supporters will now be eager to see whether "Zizou" can repeat his past success and build a new generation capable of competing for major international trophies.
