On Sunday, Zinedine Zidane revealed his long-term goal of one day leading the France national football team, though he refrained from confirming whether he plans to replace the current manager, Didier Deschamps.
Having been instrumental in France’s 1998 World Cup victory against Brazil and boasting three UEFA Champions League titles as a coach with Real Madrid, Zidane expressed, “I am certain I will return to coaching. It may not be immediate, but managing the national squad is definitely an ambition of mine.”
At 53 years old, Zidane is widely regarded as the top candidate to succeed Deschamps, who is anticipated to resign following the upcoming World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Zidane highlighted that a coach’s enthusiasm and drive are vital components for a team’s success, attributing these qualities as key factors in securing favorable outcomes.
