Didier Deschamps has announced that the 2026 World Cup third-place match against England will serve as his final game as the head coach of France. This decision follows France’s 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain, which ended their hopes of reaching a third straight final.
Addressing the press on Friday, Deschamps emphasized that the team maintains a responsibility to compete for the bronze medal. He stated that the squad is focused on securing third place as their final objective, noting that representing the national team carries a significant duty. Reflecting on his departure, Deschamps urged fans to remain composed and focused on the future.
Reports indicate that the French Football Federation is currently nearing an agreement to name Zinedine Zidane, the former Real Madrid boss, as the successor to the outgoing manager.
