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Nantes considers replacing Michel Der Zakarian with Antoine Kombouaré

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Nantes considers replacing Michel Der Zakarian with Antoine Kombouaré

Summary

FC Nantes is evaluating the potential dismissal of head coach Michel Der Zakarian following two consecutive losses in Ligue 2. The club currently sits at the bottom of the league after defeats to Red Star (0-1) and Laval (1-2). Der Zakarian, who has previously led Nantes to promotions, faces increasing pressure as the club aims for an immediate return to Ligue 1. Sources indicate Nantes may pursue Kombouaré for a third stint at the helm, should he be available. Kombouaré previously guided the team to a French Cup victory before being dismissed and briefly returning in 2024.

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Status Watch

•Nantes has lost its first two Ligue 2 matches.
•Team sits at the bottom of Ligue 2 standings.
•Michel Der Zakarian's future is uncertain amid poor performance.
•Antoine Kombouaré could return for a third spell with Nantes.
•Nantes aims for promotion back to Ligue 1 in 2027.

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11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Nantes considering Antoine Kombouaré to replace Michel Der Zakarian after back-to-back Ligue 2 losses

What they're saying

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FC Nantes are considering the dismissal of head coach Michel Der Zakarian should Antoine Kombouaré be available for a third spell in the dugout, according to a report on Sunday from Foot Mercato. L...
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