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France exits World Cup as Deschamps prepares for farewell

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Last updated Jul 14, 2026

France exits World Cup as Deschamps prepares for farewell
Summary

Didier Deschamps' tenure as France manager is set to end as the team loses 2-0 to Spain in the World Cup semi-final held in Dallas on Tuesday. France struggled offensively, only managing 10 shots throughout the match, their lowest in World Cup history. This marks a disappointing conclusion for Deschamps, who has led the national team since 2012 and aimed for a third World Cup title. The French squad will now compete in the third-place play-off against the loser of the England vs. Argentina match on Saturday in Miami.

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Key Details
  • •France lost 2-0 to Spain in the World Cup semi-final.
  • •Deschamps' management tenure ends after the third-place play-off.
  • •The match was held in Dallas, with France's lowest shot total recorded.
  • •Deschamps has managed 26 World Cup games, a record in the tournament.
  • •France will face either England or Argentina for third place on Saturday.
Latest Updates
  • 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Deschamps set for bittersweet ending to France reign as Zidane waits
  • 11:15 PMBBC Sport — End of incredible Deschamps era as France exit World Cup with a whimper
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Didier Deschamps brings the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year reign as France coach on Saturday when Les Bleus face England in the World Cup third-place play-off.Deschamps, 57, had been determined to sign off by leading Les Bleus to a third World Cup triumph after a glittering career as a player and coach.

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Didier Deschamps' long, storied career with France will come to an end not how he would have wanted it - in Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off.

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