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Zinedine Zidane Appointed as New France National Team Head Coach
The French Football Federation has officially named Zinedine Zidane as the new head coach, succeeding Didier Deschamps.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, the French national football team has officially appointed Zinedine Zidane as its new head coach. Zidane, the former Real Madrid manager and a legendary figure who helped France win the 1998 World Cup as a player, takes over from Didier Deschamps. Deschamps recently stepped down after a 14-year tenure, which concluded with France securing fourth place at the 2026 World Cup.
Zidane has signed a contract that will keep him at the helm through the 2030 World Cup. Expressing his pride in the new role, Zidane stated that there is nothing greater than the French national team.
For residents and travelers in Thailand who follow international football, this transition marks a significant shift in the leadership of one of the world's most prominent teams. As France prepares for the next four-year cycle under new management, fans will be watching to see how Zidane’s tactical approach influences the squad's performance in upcoming international fixtures. While the appointment is confirmed, details regarding the specific composition of his backroom coaching staff and the immediate schedule for upcoming friendly matches remain to be finalized and announced by the federation.
Translated from Thai.
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