As expected, the Blues coach, Didier Deschamps, has just formalized his decision to leave the Blues after the end of his contract.
It’s been an open secret since Tuesday evening. As announced by several French media, including The Teamthe coach of the France team will not go beyond 2026 at the head of the Blues. This Tuesday, as indicated, in the 1 p.m. television news, Didier Deschamps, who already confirmed the information this morning, has just made his departure official.
Deschamps officially turns the page
Didier Deschamps, in charge of the Blues since 2012, has officially confirmed that he will leave his position as coach of the France team after the 2026 World Cup. Present in the 1 p.m. television news on TF1this Wednesday, the French technician puts an end to speculation, confirming his departure in 2026.
“I’m not here to make an announcement but it will be 2026. I’ve been here since 2012, I’m scheduled until 2026, the next World Cup. It will stop there because it has to stop there at some point. In my head, yes, it is very clear. An announcement? Yes, it can be, even if I’m not here for that”suggested the former coach of Olympique de Marseille. These words put an end to any speculation about a possible extension.
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