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Zidane and Klopp take charge of national teams during international window

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Zidane and Klopp take charge of national teams during international window
Summary

As the September-October international window opens, attention is drawn to Zinedine Zidane and Jurgen Klopp as they take charge of their respective national teams, France and Germany. Zidane's management style is reportedly adopting a more serious tone, limited his squad to 23 players. This approach marks a significant shift for France, as noted by France Football Federation president Philippe Diallo. The international break is the longest in men's history, and numerous other stories are expected to unfold across various regions.

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  • •Zinedine Zidane takes over as France's national team manager.
  • •Jurgen Klopp begins his tenure as Germany's national team manager.
  • •Zidane limits France's squad to 23 players.
  • •This international window is the longest in history.
  • •France Football Federation president comments on Zidane's serious approach.
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  • 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Top coaches in Europe, Messi's farewell & more: What to watch in each region during international window
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As the September-October international window opens, USA TODAY Sports looks at a standout story from each region.

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