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Daily Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Zidane ‘can't wait' to take ‘dream' France job
AFP | Paris Zinedine Zidane, widely tipped in France to take over as national coach after the 2026 World Cup, said the job would be 'a dream' and that he was 'looking forward' to taking it. Zidane, who is 52, was speaking at an event on Monday organised by his long-time sponsors Adidas, French media reported. 'I feel qualified for the French team, where I played and spent practically 12, 13, 14 years as a player. Of course it's a dream. I can't wait,' said Zidane, a former captain of Les Bleus and the scorer of two goals as they won the 1998 World Cup final. His midfield partner in that match and in France's Euro 200 triumph, was Didier Deschamps who has been in charge of the French side since 2012. Deschamps led Les Bleus to the World Cup in 2018 but has announced that he will end his reign after the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. As a coach Zidane took Real to three Champions League triumphs and two Liga titles but has not taken a coaching job since ending his second spell at Real in 2021.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
‘I look forward to it' – Zinédine Zidane remains interested in managing France's national team
Zinédine Zidane has given the clearest hint yet that he still intends to take over from Didier Deschamps as France's national team manager in the foreseeable future. Deschamps has already confirmed he will step up from his position after the 2026 World Cup in America. The former Marseille and Chelsea midfielder has managed France since 2012, leading Les Bleus to the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League titles. Given his status as one of the finest French players to ever grace the game and his record as Real Madrid manager, Zidane is the leading candidate to lead Les Bleus from 2026 and beyond. Still, Zidane has been a free agent for some time now. He resigned from his post as Real Madrid manager in 2021. Speaking at an Adidas event on Monday in Paris, the 52-year-old legend said he feels 'legitimate' for the France job, reports L'Equipe. 'Of course, it's a dream of mine. I look forward to it.' Advertisement Given Deschamps remains fully in charge of Les Bleus with important fixtures coming up, such as the Nations League finals and the 2026 World Cup qualifying rounds, Zidane has not fully thrown his hat into the ring our of the respect for his former France teammate, with which he won the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 Euros. 'I've always respected football and people, so it's really not the right time', Zidane said. 'But when the time comes, if the opportunity arises, it will be with great pleasure.' GFFN | Bastien Cheval
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Zidane 'can't wait' to take 'dream' France job
PARIS: Zinedine Zidane, widely tipped in France to take over as national coach after the 2026 World Cup, said the job would be "a dream" and that he was "looking forward" to taking it. Zidane, who is 52, was speaking at an event on Monday organised by his long-time sponsors Adidas, French media reported. "I feel qualified for the French team, where I played and spent practically 12, 13, 14 years as a player. Of course it's a dream. I can't wait," said Zidane, a former captain of Les Bleus and the scorer of two goals as they won the 1998 World Cup final. His midfield partner in that match and in France's Euro 200 triumph, was Didier Deschamps who has been in charge of the French side since 2012. Deschamps led Les Bleus to the World Cup in 2018 but has announced that he will end his reign after the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Zinedine Zidane ‘can't wait' to take ‘dream' France job
Zinedine Zidane, widely tipped in France to take over as national coach after the 2026 World Cup, said the job would be 'a dream' and that he was 'looking forward' to taking it. Zidane, who is 52, was speaking at an event on Monday organised by his long-time sponsors Adidas, French media reported. 'I feel qualified for the French team, where I played and spent practically 12, 13, 14 years as a player. Of course it's a dream. I can't wait,' said Zidane, a former captain of Les Bleus and the scorer of two goals as they won the 1998 World Cup final. His midfield partner in that match and in France's Euro 200 triumph, was Didier Deschamps who has been in charge of the French side since 2012. ALSO READ | What you need to know about Messi and Suarez's new football venture Deschamps led Les Bleus to the World Cup in 2018 but has announced that he will end his reign after the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. As a coach Zidane took Real to three Champions League triumphs and two Liga titles but has not taken a coaching job since ending his second spell at Real in 2021.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Zinedine Zidane 'Can't Wait' To Take 'Dream' France Job
Zinedine Zidane, widely tipped in France to take over as national coach after the 2026 World Cup, said the job would be "a dream" and that he was "looking forward" to taking it. Zidane, who is 52, was speaking at an event on Monday organised by his long-time sponsors Adidas, French media reported. "I feel qualified for the French team, where I played and spent practically 12, 13, 14 years as a player. Of course it's a dream. I can't wait," said Zidane, a former captain of Les Bleus and the scorer of two goals as they won the 1998 World Cup final. His midfield partner in that match and in France's Euro 200 triumph, was Didier Deschamps who has been in charge of the French side since 2012. Deschamps led Les Bleus to the World Cup in 2018 but has announced that he will end his reign after the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. As a coach Zidane took Real to three Champions League triumphs and two Liga titles but has not taken a coaching job since ending his second spell at Real in 2021. Listen to the latest songs, only on
