Zinedine Zidane is a retired French professional football player and current coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Born on June 23, 1972, in Marseille, France, he played as an attacking midfielder known for his exceptional technical skills, vision, and ability to control the game. Zidane is particularly famous for his performances with the French national team, leading them to victory in the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2000. He also had a distinguished club career, playing for top teams like Juventus and Real Madrid, where he won numerous domestic and international titles. After retiring as a player, Zidane transitioned into coaching, most notably managing Real Madrid, where he achieved significant success, including winning three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018. His contributions to football, both as a player and a coach, have solidified his legacy in the sport.
As the football world buzzes with anticipation, Zinédine Zidane is emerging as the leading candidate to take over as France's national team coach. After Didier Deschamps announced his departure post-2026…