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France lose to Italy in Nations League
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- Background
Zinédine Zidane appointed France head coach, succeeding Didier Deschamps
The French Football Federation named Zinédine Zidane national team coach on 28 July 2026, ending Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure.
Italy beat France 3-1 in Milan: Zidane's first defeat as Les Bleus coach
France hit the post twice and went ahead early, but Italy turned it around in Milan. Zidane's side must now wait until Sunday to secure a Nations League quarter-final spot.