Zinedine Zidane to take over as France coach this summer: Report

Al Jazeera Human InterestNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by By ReutersMarch 24, 2026 at 06:04 AM

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According to an ESPN report, Zinedine Zidane has agreed to become the head coach of the French national football team this summer, succeeding Didier Deschamps. Zidane, a former Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion with France, has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with the Federation Francaise de Football. He previously managed Real Madrid in two separate stints. Deschamps has held the position since 2012. The move has been anticipated, with Zidane long expected to manage his national team.

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Zidane managed Real Madrid for two stints (2016-18, 2019-21).

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Didier Deschamps has held the role since 2012.

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Zidane, 53, reportedly reached a verbal agreement with the Federation Francaise de Football.

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Zinedine Zidane to take over as France coach this summer.

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Zidane will succeed Didier Deschamps as France head coach.

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Marco Materazzi 30% Morocco 30% Marrakesh ×230% Nigeria 30% Algeria 30% Italy 40% Real Madrid 50% FIFA World Cup ×360% Federation Francaise de Football 60% Didier Deschamps ×370% France ×480% Zinedine Zidane ×690%

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France

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