Didier Deschamps: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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He begins his official journey with a clash against Turkey A press report on Thursday lifted the lid on how Zinedine Zidane took charge of the France national team, succeeding former coach Didier Deschamps.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 23

Zidane changes the positions of Mbappe, Dembele and Olise, repeating his policy with Real Madrid

Zidane disagrees with Deschamps Zinedine Zidane's reign as France manager kicks off with a trip to Turkey next Friday, in the opening round of the UEFA Nations League.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 23

He refuses to repeat the Zidane experience: the story of Al-Ahly's fantasy offer to sign Deschamps

The French coach was close to the Saudi league Al-Ahli of Saudi Arabia made an extraordinary offer to sign Didier Deschamps before the start of the current season, according to press reports revealing the full details.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 22

Zinedine Zidane breaking with the past as FFF president Philippe Diallo notices radical shift from Didier Deschamps era

Zidane’s appointment as the successor to Didier Deschamps was always going to be a seismic event in French football, but few expected the transition to feel so immediate.

FIFA World Cup News

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Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 19

Zidane opens a door Deschamps had shut: he restores Mbappe's old weapon, but will his idea succeed?

Zizou puts Real Madrid star to a different test Kylian Mbappé looks set to reclaim his spot on the left wing for France, after new Les Bleus boss Zinedine Zidane hinted he could deploy his captain there in the coming period.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 18

Zidane names five uncapped players in his first ever France squad for Nations League

After succeeding Didier Deschamps over the summer, Zidane announced his inaugural 23-player squad today for the upcoming international break. According to RMC Sport, Zidane has decided to blend experience with youth for the 2026-2027 Nations League campaign.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 17

Contrary to Deschamps' policy: Zidane makes a bold decision before announcing France squad

A new approach from Zizo France head coach Zinedine Zidane intends to announce his first squad tomorrow, Friday, ahead of the national team's camp during the international break.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 6

Behind-the-scenes details: the secret behind the stalled Deschamps and Al-Ahli Saudi negotiations

What happened? French reports have lifted the lid on why Saudi club Al-Ahli's negotiations with veteran French coach Didier Deschamps collapsed. Deschamps had been one of the leading names tipped to take charge of the team after the departure of Germany's Matthias Jaissle.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 23

A Signal of the Start of the Zidane Era.. Official French Statement Regarding 'Deschamps' Successor'

One Final Step Before Zizou.. The French Federation Announces the Date of the Awaited Statement The French Football Federation has announced the date for the official unveiling of France's new head coach, in a move that paves the way for the return of the legendary star Zinedine Zidane to the dugout after a five-year absence.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 23

The referee of the France v Spain match responds to Deschamps

"Collina's stance was one of my most notable achievements in the tournament" Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton has hit back at France head coach Didier Deschamps, who criticised him after Les Bleus' 2026 World Cup semi-final against Spain. Deschamps said: "If I say anything at this moment, I risk being seen as a sore loser because we lost.

Soccer News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / July 19

Didier Deschamps’ ‘beautiful’ goodbye to Kylian Mbappé, France with Zinedine Zidane taking over

France were the favorites to win their second World Cup title in three attempts under Didier Deschamps, but fell short at the semifinal mark as Spain made a meal out of them in a 2-0 win.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / July 18

France Next Coach: Is Didier Deschamps Retiring After the World Cup, and Who Is Replacing Him?

France and England meet in the FIFA World Cup third-place playoff, but the biggest story surrounding Les Bleus is the departure of Didier Deschamps. The 57-year-old is officially stepping down after a legendary 14-year tenure as head coach of the France national team.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / July 17

Deschamps responds to Rabiot controversy after France lose World Cup semi final

France coach Didier Deschamps hit back at criticism over his World Cup semi-final decisions against Spain, insisting Milan midfielder Adrien Rabiot practically asked to be substituted.

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Kylian Mbappé’s Brutal Take On Deschamps Explained After 0-2 Loss

Kylian Mbappé didn’t hold back after France’s 2-0 World Cup semifinal exit to Spain. In a pair of post-match interviews, the France captain walked through a detailed tactical breakdown of what went wrong — pointing squarely at Didier Deschamps’ midfield setup rather than just individual errors.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / July 15

FIFA Faces Major Didier Deschamps Decision After France’s World Cup Loss

France came into the World Cup semifinal in red hot form after convincingly defeating Morocco 2-0 in the quarterfinals. This French side was touted as the clear favorite to defeat Spain and win it all.

Crystal Palace News / Outlook India / July 14

Deschamps' Dead End: How France Blew A Historic Third Successive World Cup Final

France’s premature exit at the semi-final stage marks a painful end to their decade of global dominance A stifling Spanish tactical cage neutralized France’s

Soccer News / Outlook India / July 13

'Refereeing Has To Be Fair': Robin Singh Criticizes Officiating In FIFA World Cup, Praises Deschamps - Exclusive

France, Spain, Argentina and England qualified for the FIFA World Cup semi-finals This is the third consecutive semi-final appearance for France in the

Soccer News / HITC / July 9

France coach Didier Deschamps’ dig at Egypt manager when defending Argentine referees vs. Morocco

Didier Deschamps clearly isn’t buying the claim from the Egyptian manager about the referees in their loss to Argentina. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the officiating during Argentina’s Round of 16 tie against Egypt, with many saying that the referee favoured the Albiceleste.