Zidane may be on his way back to the sidelines.

Zinedine Zidane is on the verge of a triumphant return to the world of football, and this time, not as a player, but as the coach of the French national team. After a hiatus from management since 2021, when he left Real Madrid, it appears that the legendary former footballer has reached a verbal agreement with the French federation, a step that could be formalized after the conclusion of the World Cup. Expectations are high, and fans are already beginning to dream of a new glorious chapter for the French team.

In a revealing interview with Le Figaro, Philippe Diallo, president of the French federation, made it clear that Zidane’s selection is not just a matter of talent but also of popular support. “I know his name. We need someone who meets many requirements and who also has the support of the French people, as the French national football team is the team of the French,” Diallo stated, highlighting the weight of the responsibility that rests on the next coach.

Zidane, at 53 years old, is a respected name in the world of football, having built a legendary career as a coach at Real Madrid. From his time with the B team to the first team, Zidane has an impressive record: three Champions League titles, two Club World Cups, two UEFA Super Cups, two La Liga championships, and an equal number of Supercopa titles. His success at the Spanish club has made him an iconic figure, and now, his vision and experience may be exactly what the French national team needs to shine again on the international stage.

The possibility of Zidane taking charge of the French national team is news that is stirring football fans around the world, especially in France, where expectations are high. With his leadership skills and a career full of triumphs, Zidane could very well be the right man to take the team to new heights. The future of French football is about to be rewritten, and the nation is eagerly awaiting the official announcement that promises to change the course of its sporting history.