Juba Touabi, Media365, published on Tuesday January 7, 2025 at 10:20 p.m.
Didier Deschamps, emblematic coach of the Blues since 2012, has decided to turn the page after the 2026 World Cup.
The official announcement of his departure will be made this Wednesday, during the 1 p.m. television news on TF1 according to information from Parisianmarking a turning point in the history of French Football. After 14 years at the head of the France team, Deschamps will end one of the most significant mandates in the history of the Blues. A decision taken in January 2023, when he extended his contract with the French Football Federation (FFF). True to his philosophy, he wishes to leave at the top, having accomplished his mission.
Diallo informed of Deschamps' decision
By announcing his departure well before the deadline, Deschamps wants to guarantee serenity within his group. He believes that this transparency will avoid harmful speculation and allow players to remain focused on future objectives, including the 2024 Nations League and qualifications for the 2026 World Cup. The French coach is said to have announced his decision to the president of the FFF , Philippe Diallo, before the end of year holidays.
Despite this initial prospect, Didier Deschamps remains determined. His thirst for victory remains intact, and he will be keen to conclude his mandate with additional successes. Since 2012, his record at the head of the Blues is exceptional: world champion in 2018, finalist of Euro 2016, and winner of the 2021 Nations League. His rigorous approach and his leadership have left an indelible mark on French football . The question of his successor is already being asked. The name of Zinédine Zidane has been coming up repeatedly for several years, with the former 1998 world champion appearing as the natural candidate.
