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Didier Deschamps to Step Down as France Manager After 2026 World Cup
Didier Deschamps to Leave France Role After 2026 World Cup
- Didier Deschamps has announced his intention to step down as the manager of the French national team
- The decision brings to a close a highly successful era for French football
- Zinedine Zidane is considered the leading candidate to succeed Deschamps as France manager.
Didier Deschamps has announced his intention to step down as the manager of the French national team after the 2026 World Cup.
“I’m not here to make an announcement, but it will be 2026. I’m scheduled until 2026, the next World Cup. It will stop there because it has to stop there at some point,” Deschamps said.
While widely respected for his achievements, Deschamps has faced criticism from some fans for his perceived conservative style of play.
Zinedine Zidane is considered the leading candidate to succeed Deschamps as France manager.
His contribution to French football is undeniable, and his departure will mark the end of an era for Les Bleus.
