Zidane Says Taking Charge of His First France Game Feels ‘Even More’ Special than His Playing Debut – WTOP News
Mbappé scored his 67th France goal before leaving with a left-knee injury, and Zidane’s debut ended with medical tests pending.
- France head coach Zinedine Zidane began his tenure with a 1-0 victory over Turkey on Friday in their UEFA Nations League opener, with captain Kylian Mbappé scoring the decisive goal in the 56th minute in Izmit.
- The 54-year-old manager succeeded former teammate Didier Deschamps in July, ending a 14-year reign after Deschamps led France to the 2018 World Cup title. Zidane had waited years for the opportunity to manage his country.
- Emphasizing attacking football, Zidane introduced Manchester City playmaker Rayan Cherki to the starting XI, signaling a tactical shift from the defensive-heavy Deschamps era. France controlled possession and created early chances, reflecting the new philosophy.
- France's victory was tempered when captain Kylian Mbappé sustained a knee injury while scoring. Zidane confirmed Mbappé will return to Madrid for treatment, ruling him out of the next three Nations League matches.
- Les Bleus travel to Brussels to face Belgium on Monday before hosting Italy at the Stade de France on October 2. These fixtures will test Zidane's tactical system early in his tenure.
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Kylian Mbappé wanted to, but he couldn't play any more. Shortly after the goal for the 1-0 victory in Turkey he has to leave the course. Coach Zinédine Zidane sounds less optimistic.
After marking the only win against Turkey, he left the pitch after hyperextended his left knee.
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Zinedine Zidane’s first game in charge of France has ended on a sour note as Kylian Mbappé injured his left knee moments after scoring in a 1-0 Nations League win in Turkey. Michael Olise threaded a fine pass for Mbappé…
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