A new head coach has been named for France's national soccer team. Zinedine Zidane, a soccer legend, will be taking the helm. He replaces Didier Deschamps, who previously led the team.

The appointment was announced by French Football Federation president Philippe Diallo at the FFF headquarters in Paris. Zidane has been given a 4-year contract. Further details about Zidane's appointment and his reaction to the new role are available from the source.

Zidane expressed his excitement and emotion about the opportunity, citing his long wait for the chance to coach the team.