France has officially appointed a new head coach ahead of the 2026 World Cup third-place match.
On 17 July 2026, renowned reporter Fabrizio Romano reported that the French national team has officially secured a new head coach after Zinedine Zidane reached a full agreement.
Romano stated that Zinedine Zidane has accepted the role as the new head coach of the French national team, having finalized personal terms and the entire coaching staff structure.
The famous journalist also revealed that Zidane had agreed to lead the "Les Bleus" project for some time, having declined offers from several football clubs since last December because he was determined to coach only the French national team.
Zidane is scheduled to sign the official contract within the next few days, immediately after Didier Deschamps officially announces his departure following the 2026 World Cup.
As for Didier Deschamps, he still has his final task leading the French national team against England in the 2026 World Cup third-place match, held on Saturday 18 July at 04:00 on Sunday 19 July, Thai time.
