Major national teams seek new coaches after 2026 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:51 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Several major national soccer teams are in search of new head coaches following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. France, Italy, Germany, and Scotland are among the teams looking to fill key vacancies. Didier Deschamps has departed France after 14 years, with Zinedine Zidane expected to take over. In Italy, following three consecutive World Cup misses, Gennaro Gattuso has been dismissed, and the federation is pursuing Pep Guardiola, though his salary demands may lead them to consider other candidates. Jurgen Klopp is anticipated as the frontrunner to replace Julian Nagelsmann in Germany after a disappointing World Cup exit. Meanwhile, other national teams like Argentina and Ecuador are also eyeing new leadership roles, with potential candidates emerging.
- •France seeks to replace Didier Deschamps, likely with Zinedine Zidane.
- •Italy looks for a new coach, targeting Pep Guardiola or Antonio Conte.
- •Germany may appoint Jurgen Klopp after Julian Nagelsmann's exit.
- •Argentina's Lionel Scaloni could be replaced by Mauricio Pochettino.
- •Ecuador expects Miguel Angel Ramirez to step in after Sebastian Beccacede's departure.
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"With the World Cup in the rearview and several major national team jobs open, we take a look at which vacancies are likely to be filled by household names
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