France head coach Zinedine Zidane has expressed his admiration for Paris Saint-Germain youngster Desire Doue ahead of upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. Zidane drew personal comparisons to the versatile attacker while outlining the tactical improvements expected from Les Bleus in the final group matches.
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has defended selecting RC Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser over Como's Jean Butez for his 23-man squad. The decision came directly after Risser conceded nine goals against Butez's Como side, a match Zidane described as abnormal.
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has paid an emotional tribute to late CD Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel while unveiling his national team selection on Friday. The 30-year-old Spanish striker tragically passed away on November 3 after sustaining a fatal chest injury during a Segunda Division fixture earlier this week.
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has announced his 23-man squad for crucial UEFA Nations League group matches against Italy and Turkey. Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe leads a high-profile return to the side, while Paris FC striker Pablo Pagis earns a maiden senior call-up following an injury to Maghnes Akliouche.
Didier Deschamps was eager to become the new Real Madrid manager this summer before the Spanish club opted to appoint Jose Mourinho instead. The former France boss is now assessing his options amid reported interest from struggling Manchester United and Juventus.
Manchester United's hunt for a potential successor to Michael Carrick has hit a significant roadblock after Didier Deschamps reportedly turned down the chance to move to Old Trafford. The former France head coach was high on the club's shortlist as they look to navigate a disastrous start to the new Premier League campaign.