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Genesio backs Zidane for France role but urges respect for Deschamps legacy

Marseille manager Bruno Genesio has welcomed Zinedine Zidane’s appointment as France coach, though he stressed that Didier Deschamps’ 14-year tenure deserves greater recognition.

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Zidane appointed France manager on four-year contract

Zinedine Zidane to be unveiled as France manager on Tuesday

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The 1998 World Cup winner will succeed Didier Deschamps after a 14-year reign, returning to management five years after leaving Real Madrid.

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Mbappé pens open letter to France fans after World Cup exit

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Kylian Mbappé has addressed France supporters in an open letter published in major newspapers, reflecting on their World Cup semi-final exit and looking ahead to the Zinédine Zidane era.

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Zidane to be Unveiled as France Manager on Tuesday

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Zinédine Zidane will return to management as France national team coach. The former Real Madrid boss is set to sign a four-year contract ahead of the 2026-2027 Nations League campaign.

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Aliadière: Zidane’s aura makes him ideal Deschamps successor for France

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Jérémie Aliadière has backed Zinedine Zidane to succeed Didier Deschamps as France coach, arguing that the Real Madrid legend’s presence alone commands the respect required to manage the national team’s galaxy of stars.

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Zidane to succeed Deschamps as France manager from September

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Zinédine Zidane will take over as France manager on 1 September as Didier Deschamps prepares for his final match against England. Captain Kylian Mbappé has paid tribute to the outgoing coach, who leaves after 14 years and 185 games in charge.

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