Zinedine Zidane appointed as new head coach of France

Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the French national team following Didier Deschamps' resignation. Zidane revealed that he turned down numerous job offers over the past five years, as he was solely focused on leading Les Bleus. He expressed his desire to take charge of the national team after his tenure at Real Madrid.

In his first press conference, Zidane stated that he had opportunities to join club teams but chose to wait for the France role. He emphasised his long-standing admiration for the national team, viewing it from both a fan's perspective and as a future manager. Zidane's commitment to the France national team was evident in his discussions with the French Football Federation president.

Zidane's appointment comes after a successful era under Deschamps, during which France won the World Cup in 2018 and the Nations League in 2021. Zidane acknowledged the achievements of his predecessor while also indicating a desire to implement his own style of play. He aims to maintain continuity in the team's success while bringing his unique approach to coaching.

Despite not having managed a national team before, Zidane expressed confidence in his ability to adapt to the role. He highlighted the potential of the current France squad and his extensive observation of matches during his time away from coaching. Zidane is ready to balance his personal life with the demands of the national team.

via Sky Sports