Zinedine Zidane appointed new France coach ahead of Euro 2028

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Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Zinedine Zidane appointed new France coach ahead of Euro 2028
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Zinedine Zidane will be officially presented as the new head coach of the French national team on Tuesday. The French Football Federation (FFF) called a press conference to confirm Zidane's appointment following Didier Deschamps' resignation after 14 years. Zidane's contract is believed to extend until mid-2030. He previously managed Real Madrid, achieving significant success, including three Champions League titles. This announcement comes as France prepares for future international competitions, including Euro 2028.

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  • Zidane will be formally presented as France's coach on July 25, 2026.
  • He signs a contract with Les Bleus until mid-2030.
  • Zidane replaces Didier Deschamps, who stepped down post-World Cup.
  • His coaching history includes three Champions League titles with Real Madrid.
  • The FFF meeting will occur before the official presentation.
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