France roster for 2026 UEFA Nations League: Zinedine Zidane names first squad as Les Bleus head coach
The ultimate challenge for Zinedine Zidane is to bring an astoundingly gifted and deep generation of French talent back into the winners' circle
Zinedine Zidane, the coach of France's national team, has unveiled his first squad for the 2026 UEFA Nations League. The Les Bleus will kick off their campaign against Turkey on September 25. Zidane, the successor to Didier Deschamps, faces the challenge of leading a talented generation to victory. Their inaugural matches include games against Turkey, Belgium, Italy, and Belgium again at the Stade de France. France's squad, set to be announced on September 18, includes a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters.
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