Didier Deschamps To Stay As France Head Coach Until World Cup 2026 (Image: uk.fff.fr)

Didier Deschamps will remain as the head coach of the French national football team until the 2026 World Cup. French Football Federation (FFF) president Diallo has confirmed this to L’Équipé. France was knocked out of the Euro 2024 yesterday by a resurgent Spanish team 2-1 in the semi-finals. The Kylian Mbappe-led team was criticised for their game strategy by many as they reached the semis without scoring a goal from an open play in all the five matches, they played.

“Deschamps has a contract and he’s achieved the sporting objective that was set for him. Didier will continue his mission,” Diallo told L’Équipé.

Deschamps, a former player who had won FIFA World Cup and Euro Cup with the national team, has had a remarkable tenure since his appointment as French manager in 2012.

He led France to their second World Cup victory in 2018, defeating Croatia 4-2 in the final. Under his guidance, France also reached the UEFA Euro 2016 final and won the 2021 UEFA Nations League by defeating Spain 2-1.

Deschamps’ strategic acumen and his ability to blend young talent with experienced players have kept France among the top teams in international football. His leadership was also crucial in France’s runner-up finish in the 2022 World Cup after a dramatic final against Argentina.

Deschamps, one of the sought-after managers in the present-day football, is praised for his tactical flexibility, man-management skills, and fostering a winning mentality within the squad.

A former defensive midfielder who had played for clubs like Marseille, Juventus, Chelsea, Valencia, Nantes and Bordeaux, Deschamps had previously managed Monaco, Juventus and Marseille.