Paris, France, July 28, 2026 (AFP) - Zidane's long road leads back to France helm

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2026-07-28

France's favourite son, Zinedine Zidane, begins the latest chapter in his love affair with the national team after he was announced as Les Bleus' new coach on Tuesday. The on-field architect of France's first World Cup triumph takes over the reins from Didier Deschamps, who captained the side in 1998 before coaching them to their second crown 20 years later. The 54-year-old's appointment brings to an end the worst-kept secret in football -- that......

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