France, Didier Deschamps and Zidane

Deschamps sees Zidane as a 'natural' candidate to take over as France coach
France coach Didier Deschamps sees Zinedine Zidane as a "natural" candidate to take over when he steps down from the national team.
Zidane a great candidate for France coach, but unsure he will accept role: Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps, who will bring an end to his 14-year stint in 2026, backed Zinedine Zidane to take up the role. Zidane has been out of managerial duty since stepping down as Real Madrid's coach in 2021.
Mbappe to return to France squad in March, Deschamps says
Captain Kylian Mbappe will return to the French national team in March for their Nations League quarter-final matches against Croatia, head coach Didier Deschamps said on Friday.
France coach Deschamps declares Mbappe return; rejects Stockholm controversy
France coach Didier Deschamps says Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe will be back for their Nations League quarterfinal against Croatia in March.
Deschamps Sees Zidane as his Natural Successor for the French National Team
France's head coach, Didier Deschamps, believes that his former teammate Zinedine Zidane would be "a very good candidate" to replace him at the helm of Les Bleus after he steps down following the 2026 World Cup.
Zidane: The Natural Successor to Deschamps in French Football
France's coach Didier Deschamps anticipates Zinedine Zidane as a likely successor post-2026. Zidane, known for his prowess in midfield and successful stints at Real Madrid, is a top candidate. Deschamps reflects on his tenure with the French team and possible future opportunities.
Kylian Mbappé to make France return after 'complicated' period - Didier Deschamps
Captain Kylian Mbappé will return to the French national team in March for their Nations League quarterfinal matches against Croatia.
Deschamps Confirms Mbappé's Return
France's head coach, Didier Deschamps, confirmed that Kylian Mbappé will return to the squad in March after being excluded in October and November due to a drop in form and some internal tensions. In an interview with L'Équipe,
Zinédine Zidane is the overwhelming fans’ choice to become the next France coach
The people have spoken, and unsurprisingly, most want Zinédine Zidane to be France’s next manager.L’Équipe conducted an internet poll on who should succeed Didier Deschamps as coach of Les
He’s a very good candidate – Deschamps speaks on Zidane’s next possible job
The head coach of the France national team, Didier Deschamps, has backed Zinedine Zidane to replace him in the role. Deschamps endorsed Zidane in his
Didier Deschamps Confirms Kylian Mbappe’s Future In France’s National Team
Kylian Mbappe is currently enjoying a rich vein of form at Real Madrid, after a slow start to life at Los Blancos. The ...
Didier Deschamps believes Zinedine Zidane is a ‘very good candidate’ to replace him as France boss
In his first interview, since he announced his departure as France manager in 2026, Zinedine Zidane has been backed by Didier ...