Deschamps announces end of his era as France coach!

Deschamps announces end of his era as France coach!

Didier Deschamps, coach of the French national football team, is causing a stir with a significant announcement. He confirmed he will step down after the 2026 World Cup. "It's going to end because it has to end at some point. It's very clear in my head," said the 56-year-old in an interview with TF1 Small newspaper reported. Deschamps, who has been in charge of “Les Bleus” since 2012, sees 2026 as the optimal time to end his term in office.

An era is coming to an end

Under his leadership, the French team has achieved notable successes, including the 2018 World Cup title in Russia. Deschamps is the only coach, apart from Mario Zagallo and Franz Beckenbauer, to win a World Cup as both a player and a coach. He also led the team to the final of the 2022 World Cup, which was lost to Argentina on penalties. The European Championships will also take place in Germany in 2024, although there was also criticism of Deschamps and the team regarding the preparations Sports1.

Deschamps emphasized that during his time as coach he always worked with passion and the desire to keep the French team at the highest level. “I also spent my time with the same desire and passion,” Deschamps continued. He plans to start a new chapter in his life after his retirement, even if he doesn't know exactly what it will entail. “There is life after,” he added, handling the transition with an eye on the future.