Mbappe says Zidane's France coaching debut 'like a movie'
· Sports · Sportstar, The Straits Times, straitstimes
Kylian Mbappe said being managed by Zinedine Zidane for France's national team is 'like something out of a movie'. The France head coach, Zidane, will make his debut in a UEFA Nations League game against Turkey on Friday, returning to management five years after leaving Real Madrid. Mbappe, who led France to the 2018 World Cup final and the 2022 final, noted Zidane was present from his formative years, having taken him to Real Madrid's training ground when he was 13 or 14. Zidane replaced Didier Deschamps after the World Cup, ending the latter's 14-year spell in charge. Mbappe will captain France in Zidane's first game, before fixtures against Belgium and Italy.
Why it matters
Mbappe's endorsement signals a new era for France as Zidane takes over from Deschamps, potentially reshaping the team's dynamics ahead of major tournaments. The transition marks a significant change in leadership for Les Bleus.
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