Zinedine Zidane has officially been appointed as the new manager of the France national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps. The former Real Madrid boss expressed his long-held desire for the role, having turned down other offers for years. "The national team is the only thing I wanted," Zidane stated at his unveiling.

While Zidane emphasized his eagerness, he offered few specifics on his tactical approach or plans for the team, including the captaincy of Kylian Mbappe. He indicated a desire to "do things differently" while also aiming for "continuation" from Deschamps' successful tenure. Zidane hinted at a focus on attacking play, reflecting his own playing style.

Despite his limited senior coaching experience outside of Real Madrid, Zidane's legendary status and commanding presence are seen as major assets. His appointment has been met with widespread enthusiasm from players and fans. Zidane's four-year contract begins next month, with his first matches scheduled for the upcoming Nations League fixtures.