Cited among the names who could apply to succeed Didier Deschamps at the head of the French team in 2026, Bruno Genesio brushed aside this possibility, despite his dream, this Thursday in front of the media.
There is no doubt, the future of the France team is the news of the moment. Didier Deschamps, this Wednesday through an interview given to the teams of TF1announced that he will not continue as head after the 2026 World Cup, the one which takes place in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Since then, the angles of attack have continued in the French media, where some are already trying to find the ideal candidate to succeed him. Zinedine Zidane is the favorite, but is not the only name mentioned. Bruno Genesio, current coach of LOSC, is one of the individuals acclaimed in the media. He was also unable to avoid the subject this Thursday, during his appearance at a press conference.
“They are two monsters of French football and world football”
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“The first thing, out of decency for the coach who is in place and who is doing a remarkable job, it seems inappropriate to talk about that right away even if the announcement made recently is causing a lot of noise. The coach is in place, well in place, and wins almost everything he can win. The second thing, it’s a dream, yes, but it’s the case for any French coach to represent his countryhe confided to the press, a few hours before a trip to Auxerre. I have also gotten into the habit of being lucid and we know very well that in 2026, when Didier (Deschamps) stops, we hope with a new title, someone (Zinedine Zidane) is tailor-made to succeed him.
That’s even what I want because it would be perfect. »
To continue on this subject, Bruno Genesio confided all his admiration for Didier Deschamps and Zinedine Zidane:
- “Didieras a player or as a coach, he has won everything one could dream of winning in a career. It is the biggest prize list in French football, one of the biggest in world football. There is necessarily a form of respect when you last like this as a player, then as a coach and selector. When you continue to win, there is no chance. I don’t believe in this kind of situation. We can only respect this route.
- Concerning Zizou, it’s a bit the same thing (smile). He too has won everything in the shoes of a player, everyone knows his career, and his only experience as a coach allowed him to win three Champions Leagues in a row, among other things. When you know how difficult it is to win one in a career, even a title and I am well placed to know it, you can imagine what it represents. They are two monsters of French football and world football. This is why there is no discussion. »
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