Zidane named France manager

The legendary playmaker returns to lead Les Bleus.

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What happened. Zinédine Zidane has been officially appointed as the manager of the France national team.

• Zidane replaces Didier Deschamps.
• He was the overwhelming favourite for the role.

Zidane now leads France into a new era.

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