Dolblije Zidane finally lands dream job as France coach

Dolblije Zidane has officially taken over as head coach of the French national team, marking his return to the side twenty years after his final cap. The 54‑year‑old French legend spoke on Tuesday during a presentation that fulfilled a long‑held dream, confirming his long‑awaited appointment.

The announcement was made today at 12:36, with the broadcaster inviting viewers to join the discussion.

Twintig jaar na zijn laatste interland is Zinédine Zidane terug bij de Franse ploeg: als bondscoach, confirming the former star’s new role as head coach of the French side.

De 54-jarige icoon sprak dinsdag bij zijn presentatie van een droom die uitkomt, describing the moment as the realization of a lifelong ambition.

Sinds het einde van zijn tweede periode bij Real Madrid, in 2021, wachtte Zidane al op deze kans, having waited since his departure from the Spanish giants.

"Dit was het enige wat ik nog wilde doen als trainer. Daarom heb ik veel aanbiedingen afgeslagen," he said, adding that this was the only job he still wanted to pursue as a manager and that he had turned down many offers.