League: Champions League Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Zinédine Zidane officially named head coach of France national team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:48 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Zinédine Zidane officially named head coach of France national team

Summary

Zinédine Zidane was unveiled as the new head coach of the France national soccer team on Tuesday morning. Zidane, a renowned former player and coach, is stepping into a role some believe he has been destined for. He brings a wealth of experience from his time at Real Madrid, where he achieved significant success, including three consecutive Champions League titles. The upcoming international break in September will allow him to implement his strategies, with four Nations League matches scheduled. Zidane's past success with Les Bleus and his ability to manage high-profile players are seen as significant assets as he takes on this pivotal role.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Zidane officially appointed head coach of France on July 28, 2026.
•He has extensive coaching experience, including three Champions League titles.
•France will face Italy, Turkey, and Belgium in the Nations League next month.
•Zidane's leadership skills are highlighted by previous success with top players.
•The role follows Didier Deschamps' impactful tenure as national team coach.

Latest Updates

6:48 PMYahoo Sports — 🇫🇷 Zidane as France manager: 8️⃣ reasons to believe... or not!

What they're saying

"
Made for the role?On Tuesday morning, Zinédine Zidane was officially unveiled as the new head coach of the France national team.It’s a job the Les Bleus legend has been waiting for a long time, and...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

New England Revolution Real Madrid Atletico Madrid Champions League Soccer