French Football Federation appoints Zinedine Zidane as head coach

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The French Football Federation has appointed Zinedine Zidane as the head coach of the French national football team.
He takes over from Didier Deschamps, who left the role after winning the 2018 World Cup and establishing France as one of international football's top sides.
Zidane has signed a four-year contract that runs until the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The appointment marks a high-profile transition for one of the world's leading national teams.

What to watch next

How Zidane's team performs in his first matches and upcoming competitions
Any announcements about Deschamps' next role or formal farewell
Details on France's squad selections and style of play under Zidane

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French national football team leadership transition· longer
Didier Deschamps tenure ended· immediate
French football supporters and media heightened expectations on new coach· weeks

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Named France · Belgium · Didier Deschamps · England · FIFA · French Football Federation · Italy · Marco Materazzi · Philippe Diallo · Real Madrid · Spain · Turkey

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