With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

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National story. 6 articles from 6 sources. Updated Jul 17, 2026.

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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· Jul 17, 2026· ran in 6 outlets

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

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Ran by 6 outlets across the spectrum· WTOP Washington DC, The Republic
WTOP Washington DCCenter· Jul 17, 2026

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

The RepublicCenter· Jul 17, 2026

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

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Ran by 6 outlets across the spectrum· Green Field Reporter, Winchester Star, +1 more
Green Field ReporterLean Right· Jul 17, 2026

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

Winchester StarLean Right· Jul 17, 2026

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

Daily JournalLean Right· Jul 17, 2026

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position