Zinédine Zidane officially appointed as France manager
The president of the French Football Federation (FFF), Philippe Diallo, will present Zinédine Zidane as the new manager of the France national team on Tuesday, July 28 at 11:00 AM. This announcement ends months of speculation and marks the beginning of a new era for Les Bleus after 14 years under Didier Deschamps. France recently suffered a 4-6 defeat against England on July 18, 2026, and has lost its last four matches.
Why Zidane?
Zinédine Zidane, a football legend in France and former teammate of Deschamps, has been tipped as the natural successor for months. His experience as a renowned manager at Real Madrid and his status as a national icon make him an obvious choice to revitalize the France team. The FFF hopes that Zidane can bring a new dynamic after the team's fourth-place finish in the World Cup.
What to expect from his first term?
Zidane's first task will be to prepare the team for the match against Turkey in the Nations League on September 25, 2026. The technical staff will be largely revamped, and details of Zidane's contract, including its duration, will be revealed during the press conference. William Saliba is currently injured and will not be available for the upcoming matches.
A fresh start for Les Bleus
This appointment comes at a crucial time for the France team, which is going through a tough period with only one win in its last five matches. Fans hope that Zidane can restore confidence to the team and prepare it for upcoming challenges, including the 2026 World Cup.
