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Zidane’s tactical blueprint: How set pieces could redefine France’s future under his leadership

Zinedine Zidane’s return to management has brought renewed attention to France’s tactical development, with set pieces emerging as an early priority. Appointed in July to succeed Didier Deschamps

5 Oct 2026
2026 World CupDidier DeschampsFIFA World Cup
Michael Olise: The Rising Force Redefining France’s Attack and Bayern’s Future
FIFA WORLD CUP

Michael Olise: The Rising Force Redefining France’s Attack and Bayern’s Future

Michael Olise’s explosive rise from Crystal Palace to Bayern Munich has made him the most electrifying player in France’s World Cup-winning squad—and a tactical enigma even Didier Deschamps can’t fully contain. Now, Zinédine Zidane praises his brilliance on and off the pitch, cementing his status as a modern French icon.

5 Oct 2026
Bayern MunichFIFA World CupFrance
Jérémy Jacquet impresses for Liverpool and France after summer arrival
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Jérémy Jacquet impresses for Liverpool and France after summer arrival

Jérémy Jacquet has made an encouraging start to his Liverpool career, earning senior international recognition with France and praise from national-team coach Zinedine Zidane. The 21-year-old centre

5 Oct 2026
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal Exit Sparks Debate: ‘He Deserves a Farewell Fit for a Legend’
FIFA WORLD CUP

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal Exit Sparks Debate: ‘He Deserves a Farewell Fit for a Legend’

From Barcelona’s elite to Portugal’s fallen giant, Cristiano Ronaldo’s abrupt departure from the national team has left fans and former teammates questioning how his career should be remembered. Now, a voice from his Barcelona days weighs in—demanding respect for a player who redefined greatness.

4 Oct 2026
BarcelonaFIFA World CupPortugal
Zinédine Zidane has delivered a scathing rebuttal…
FIFA WORLD CUP

Zinédine Zidane has delivered a scathing rebuttal…

Zinédine Zidane has delivered a scathing rebuttal to those questioning Cristiano Ronaldo’s legacy, praising the Portuguese icon’s Real Madrid dominance and dismissing recent controversies as irrelevant to his extraordinary career. With numbers that still define an era, the former France captain offers a rare, unfiltered perspective on a player who redefined greatness—both on and off the pitch.

4 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupPortugalReal Madrid
Xavi and Zidane begin their international coaching careers with perfect starts
FIFA WORLD CUP

Xavi and Zidane begin their international coaching careers with perfect starts

Xavi Hernández and Zinedine Zidane have both embarked on their national team coaching careers with identical, unbeaten records, setting a new benchmark for managerial transitions in European football.

3 Oct 2026
BarcelonaFIFA World CupSpain
Belgium’s De Bruyne dominates as Italy’s Bastoni seals Nations League draw against France
FIFA WORLD CUP

Belgium’s De Bruyne dominates as Italy’s Bastoni seals Nations League draw against France

Kevin De Bruyne’s clinical double secured Belgium’s 3-0 win over Türkiye, while Italy’s Lorenzo Bastoni’s late equalizer halted France’s home advantage in a Nations League clash. The results reshaped Group C, with Poland’s 6-0 demolition of Romania and Northern Ireland’s 3-0 triumph over Ukraine adding to the tournament’s unpredictability.

3 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupFranceItalian Serie A
Ousmane Dembélé Captains France Against Italy as Kylian Mbappé Misses Nations League Clash
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Ousmane Dembélé Captains France Against Italy as Kylian Mbappé Misses Nations League Clash

France take on Italy in a high-profile UEFA Nations League fixture at the Stade de France without captain Kylian Mbappé due to a knee injury. Manager Zinedine Zidane hands the captain’s armband to Ousmane Dembélé as Les Bleus look to extend their winning momentum.

2 Oct 2026
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France vs. Italy: Zidane’s France Face Italy’s Resilience in Crucial Nations League Clash
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France vs. Italy: Zidane’s France Face Italy’s Resilience in Crucial Nations League Clash

France enter Friday’s UEFA Nations League clash against Italy with a perfect start under Zidane, but Italy’s recent dominance over Turkey and tactical depth could complicate the hosts’ path to victory. Without Mbappé, Les Bleus must rely on a midfield resurgence and attacking firepower to maintain their unbeaten record.

1 Oct 2026
FIFA World CupFranceItaly
Zinedine Zidane Reflects on 2006 Marco Materazzi Incident Ahead of France Clash With Italy
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Zinedine Zidane Reflects on 2006 Marco Materazzi Incident Ahead of France Clash With Italy

France head coach Zinedine Zidane has declared he has no regrets over his infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup final. As Les Bleus prepare to take on Italy, Zidane addressed the enduring memory of his final match as a player while embarking on a new managerial chapter.

1 Oct 2026
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Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out…
FIFA WORLD CUP

Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out…

Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out of France’s Nations League opener against Belgium, leaving Ousmane Dembélé to step into the captain’s role. With Zidane’s squad already reshaped by suspensions and injuries, the tactical challenge for Les Bleus begins in Brussels—where Belgium, led by Van Bommel’s aggressive start, will test a France without its star.

30 Sept 2026
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Despite a barren start to the season,…
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Despite a barren start to the season,…

Despite a barren start to the season, Vinicius Jr. remains a linchpin for Brazil and Real Madrid, according to his former coach Carlo Ancelotti. The 26-year-old’s impact in Brazil’s recent win over Australia proves his value—even when form eludes him.

30 Sept 2026
BrazilFIFA World CupReal Madrid
Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: France’s Nations League Dominance Under Zidane
FIFA WORLD CUP

Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: France’s Nations League Dominance Under Zidane

Michael Olise’s late winner sealed France’s 1-0 victory over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League, extending Zinedine Zidane’s unbeaten start as coach. The Bayern star’s clinical finish from deep inside his own half underscored Les Bleus’ tactical edge and the lethal potential of their substitutes.

29 Sept 2026
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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Zinedine Zidane has pre-selected Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet…

Zinedine Zidane has pre-selected Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet for his first senior France call-up, sparking comparisons to Virgil van Dijk and a declaration that the 21-year-old will dominate the center-back role for a decade. His composure, leadership, and physical dominance at Anfield have already earned him a reputation as a generational talent—one France cannot afford to ignore.

29 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFIFA World CupFrance
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé avoids surgery after near-miss knee injury—El Clásico now in play
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Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé avoids surgery after near-miss knee injury—El Clásico now in play

Kylian Mbappé has dodged the operating room after a hyperextension of his left knee left him nursing a scare during France’s Nations League win over Turkey. Real Madrid’s relief is palpable as the French forward embarks on a cautious recovery, with a return for the upcoming El Clásico against Barcelona now within reach.

29 Sept 2026
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