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According to an Odoxa survey published on January 11, 83% of French people like the current coach of the Blues. But most believe that his withdrawal is a good thing leaving the way clear for Zinedine Zidane.
The French thank Deschamps but are waiting for Zidane, this is the message of the latest Odoxa survey for Winamax and RTL published on Saturday January 11. The current coach of the Blues announced on Wednesday January 7 his decision to leave his post after the 2026 World Cup.
According to the survey, 83% of French people have a good image of Didier Deschamps. Respondents described the coach with many qualities: competent (87%), friendly (80%), unifying (77%) and exemplary (75%). Even if, 57% see him as an authoritarian coach (57%). The French salute his record and 70% believe that he is the best coach in history. He succeeded in restoring the image of the French team, in 2013 only 14% had a good opinion of the Blues, especially after the Knysma episode, compared to 70% in 2024.
Zidane at the head of the Blues?
Despite a well-filled track record at the head of the Blues, world champion, finalist of a World Cup and a Euro and winner of a Nations League, 62% of respondents believe that his departure is a good thing. This figure rises to 75% among football fans. Most expect a game that is more enjoyable to watch. In fact, only 62% of French people and 57% of enthusiasts say they appreciate the game deployed by Didier Deschamps’ French team.
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His successor? It has already been found for the French. Zinedine Zidane is expected by 65% of French people and 71% of football fans. He is well ahead of Thierry Henry (12%), Arsène Wenger (7%), Laurent Blanc (7%) and Christophe Galtier (3%).
Didier Deschamps has not yet finished his mandate and several competitions await him, such as the Nations League or qualifications for the 2026 World Cup.
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