With Didier Deschamps stepping down, rumour has it that football legend Zinedine Zidane could be the next head coach of France.
Fans on social media erupted with joy as they genuinely believe he has what it takes to elevate the national team to greater heights.
The 2026 World Cup tournament will wrap up on Sunday, 19 July, with Argentina and Spain wrestling for the golden trophy!
RUMOURS SWIRL OVER ZIDANE’S HEAD COACH JOB
Although the French Football Federation (FFF) has not announced anything, formalities, such as signing the contract and a media briefing, could take place after the 2026 World Cup.
This role will be effective in September 2026 when Zinedine will flex his coaching skills at the group stage of the UEFA Nations League, where France face Belgium, Turkey and Italy twice.
He will also lead the team in the UEFA Euro 2028 tournament and the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
It’s a known fact that the 54-year-old Frenchman has been hungry for this scrumptious opportunity since leaving Real Madrid in 2021. Could his patience finally pay off?
ZINEDINE TAKES OVER FROM DIDIER DESCHAMPS?
Should the rumours be true, Zinedine will take over from Didier Deschamps, who leaves behind a remarkable fourteen-year legacy with the national team.
In an Instagram post on 19 July, the French team posted a farewell message:
“Forever part of French football history. Thank you for everything, Coach!”
In January 2025, Didier, a former footballer, announced he would step down after the 2026 World Cup.
