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New France coach Zidane leads training session ahead of Nations League campaign

New France coach Zidane leads training session ahead of Nations League campaign

Summary

Zinédine Zidane led his first training session as the new coach of the France national football team. The team prepared for upcoming Nations League matches with a light practice session attended by players and coaching staff.

Key Facts

  • Zidane, a 1998 World Cup winner, is the new coach of France's national team, Les Bleus.
  • The first training session took place at Clairefontaine, France's national football center.
  • About 12 players took part, including Michael Olise, Eduardo Camavinga, Jules Kounde, and Dayot Upamecano.
  • Team captain Kylian Mbappe was not present because he had just played for Real Madrid.
  • Zidane was assisted by David Bettoni and goalkeeper coach Fabien Barthez.
  • The session ended with a short practice match and shots on goal led by Zidane.
  • France will play four Nations League matches soon: two away (Turkey and Belgium) and two at home (Italy and Belgium).
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