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/ 6 days ago

Rising tensions in France: Are Zidane and Mbappe the end of Deschamps’ era?

Recent decisions surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s exclusion, paired with whispers of frustration among other prominent players, have fueled calls for Zinedine Zidane to step in as the new manager.

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/ 79 days ago

Ronaldo targets Al Nassr reunion with ex-Real Madrid boss

Zinedine Zidane’s name has surfaced yet again in connection with the Saudi Pro League. This time, it is with Al Nassr, the club where Cristiano Ronaldo currently plays. As Al Nassr grapples with a rocky start to their season, the possibility of Zidane taking the helm has gained traction. The team is looking to stabilize […]

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/ 162 days ago

Back soon: Zidane worried break from coaching may be too long

Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane has expressed his strong desire to return to management, three years after leaving his post at the Santiago Bernabeu. The 51-year-old, who left Real Madrid in June 2021, has been linked with numerous top European clubs during his hiatus. However, he has yet to find the right opportunity to return […]

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/ 230 days ago

Bayern pursue ex-Madrid boss after Xabi Alonso's snub

Bayer Leverkusen's head coach Xabi Alonso announced his intention to remain in his position for another season on Friday. This follows Liverpool's and Bayern Munich's intense pursuit of the Spanish coach. Both the English and German sides are looking for new coaches right now. Even though Alonso was a major priority for both teams, they […]

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/ 237 days ago

Zidane to lead France after Euro 2024? Les Blues reveal stance

The legendary Zinedine Zidane will not be taking over as manager of the France national team anytime soon. There has been persistent speculation that the three-time Champions League-winning manager may take over as coach of his country's national side. Nevertheless, there has been no official proposal. The French FA decided to keep Didier Deschamps on […]

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/ 250 days ago

Modern coaches with highest win percentage in top 5 leagues

In the 21st century, clubs in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1 have been fortunate to have hired coaches who possess managerial brilliance. These coaches have redefined tactics and established new benchmarks of greatness, leaving an everlasting impression on the beautiful game while also inspiring their teams to succeed. A […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 261 days ago

Return to coaching in cards for Zidane, future set in England?

A comeback to coaching is in the works for the renowned French player and Real Madrid hero Zinedine Zidane in England. The 51-year-old recently made it public that he is not retired and is instead waiting for the right chance. Zidane was once thought of as a leading candidate to succeed Didier Deschamps as coach […]

AFCON

/ 293 days ago

Zinedine Zidane rejects major national team job, reason revealed

Supposedly, Zinedine Zidane, the ex-Real Madrid boss, has rejected the opportunity to take an international coaching job in 2024. After their early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations, Algeria allegedly sought Zinedine Zidane's services as a new coach. In the wake of Djamel Belmadi's departure, the Algerian Football Association is now seeking a replacement. […]

Leagues: La Liga

/ 5389 days ago

Will Real Madrid Sell Karim Benzema?

The latest reports in the Press have indicated Real Madrid are growing impatient with striker Karim Benzema despite the fact he has yet to complete his first season in Spain. The Spanish giants signed the Frenchman in the summer for €35 million with the fee rising to €41 million based on performances related with achieving […]

General

/ 5550 days ago

Lucas Leiva Is Not a Flop, At Least Not Yet

At age 22, Zinedine Zidane was playing in the Intertoto Cup with Bordeaux. At that same age, Éric Cantona had just got a move from Auxerre to Marseille. Rivaldo had just moved from Corinthians to cross-town rivals Palmeiras in São Paulo. With the money involved in today’s game and globalized scouting networks, such players would […]

General

/ 5692 days ago

Film Review – Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait

Who knew staring at a sweaty, stoic Frenchman for ninety-three minutes could be this rewarding? Filmmakers Douglas Gordon and Philippe Parreno must have suspected such when they set out to create Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait. The film was shot in 2005, released (limited) in 2006, but is now finally starting to reach a wider […]