Zidane launches rebuild in France! The legend has identified the national team’s main problem
Zinedine Zidane is set to completely transform the style of the French national team.
Details: According to sources close to the new coaching staff, Zidane has already focused on scouting and developing young midfielders for Les Bleus. The coach believes that one of the key reasons behind France's disappointing performance at the 2026 World Cup was the lack of control and dominance in the center of the pitch.
The French midfield’s problems were especially evident in the semifinal against Spain. Les Bleus failed to impose themselves in possession, while Rodri successfully neutralized the creative force of Michael Olise. As a result, the link between midfield and attack all but disappeared.
Reports suggest Zidane wants to inject more creativity and assured ball control into the middle third. The new head coach aims not just to shuffle the lineup, but to build a system where the midfield dictates the tempo and consistently supplies the attack.
So far, the French Football Federation has not publicly detailed Zidane’s plans for developing young talent. As a result, specific details of the reform remain sourced from insiders, while only the manager’s appointment and his contract through the 2030 World Cup have been officially confirmed.
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