Ronaldo backs Zidane to take France national team helm

Cristiano Ronaldo Zinedine Zidane France national team coach Didier Deschamps succession L'Equipe interview

Brazilian football legend Cristiano Ronaldo told L'Equipe that former Real Madrid star Zinedine Zidane has the talent, experience, tactical intelligence and character to become the next head coach of the France national team. Ronaldo praised Zidane as the best teammate he ever had and said he is "absolutely capable" of the role.

His comments come as France prepares for the 2026 World Cup and speculation grows over Didier Deschamps' future after the tournament. The endorsement adds a high‑profile voice to the ongoing debate about the succession plan for the French side.

Ronaldo and Zidane shared four seasons at Real Madrid, a period Ronaldo highlighted as the basis for his confidence in Zidane's coaching credentials.

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