Zinedine Zidane has been officially appointed as the new head coach of the French national football team, the French Football Federation (FFF) confirmed Tuesday. This marks Zidane's return to management after a five-year hiatus. He previously expressed a long-held ambition to lead the national team, where he enjoyed a distinguished playing career. Zidane’s appointment signals the end of Didier Deschamps’ era as coach. The news follows speculation and anticipation surrounding the position. This new role allows Zidane to embark on a new chapter, aiming to replicate his success from his playing days in a coaching capacity. He is expected to begin building for future competitions.