Deschamps Endorses Zidane As Successor

France’s national team coach, Didier Deschamps, has publicly endorsed Zinedine Zidane as a strong candidate to succeed him after the 2026 World Cup.

Didier Deschamps, the head coach of the France national football team, has expressed his support for Zinedine Zidane as a potential successor.

This endorsement came during Deschamps’ first interview after announcing his plan to step down following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Deschamps, who led the French team to victory in the 2018 World Cup, confirmed that he would officially leave his role in January 2026. Although he will continue in charge until then, discussions about who could replace him have already begun. Zidane, a football legend and former Real Madrid manager, is considered one of the leading candidates for the job.

Zidane, after his time with Real Madrid, has been taking a more cautious approach to his next managerial position, carefully considering offers that fit his goals. The idea of managing the French national team is especially appealing to him, given his strong ties to France and his football legacy.

In an interview with L’Équipe, Deschamps praised Zidane, emphasizing the respect and friendship they share. Deschamps said, “Yes, of course, there is a lot of respect between us. We last saw each other in the summer of 2023, and we should see each other again next summer, for the same reasons.”

He also spoke highly of Zidane’s suitability for the role, stating, “Zizou is a very good candidate—natural, and I would add, expected. Afterwards, I don’t know if he will want to become the manager.”

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