Zinédine Zidane is poised to take over as the manager of the French national team, with an official announcement scheduled for Tuesday, July 28th, according to reports from L’Équipe. The French Football Federation (FFF) has called a press conference for 11:00 local time, where president Philippe Diallo will present the future head coach.
While no formal farewell event has been arranged for the current manager, Didier Deschamps, the FFF has confirmed that Diallo will be accompanied by the incoming manager at the press conference. The announcement follows a period of speculation regarding Deschamps’ future, with reports suggesting a strained atmosphere within the team during his tenure.
The FFF stated in a press release that the presentation will be live-streamed on their official YouTube channel. Hervé Renard, currently the manager of Saudi Arabia, is expected to be alongside Zidane in a supporting role, though the exact nature of his position remains unclear.
Zidane’s appointment marks a return to the national team setup for the former Real Madrid manager, who previously served as a special advisor to the FFF. He has a distinguished managerial record, having led Real Madrid to three consecutive Champions League titles between 2016 and 2018. This appointment comes after Italy also attempted to secure the services of Carlo Ancelotti, demonstrating the high regard for experienced managers within international football.
The move is widely seen as an attempt to revitalize the French national team following their recent performances. Zidane’s tactical acumen and experience at the highest level are expected to bring a new dimension to Les Bleus, potentially setting them up for success in future international tournaments. The appointment could also usher in a new era for French football, with a focus on developing young talent and implementing a more attacking style of play.
