Zidane Calls for Fighting Racism Around French National Team During Presentation as Coach
During his official presentation as the coach of the French national team at the FFF headquarters in Paris on July 28, 2026, Zinedine Zidane addressed the persistent issue of racist attacks targeting Les Bleus players. He referenced recent incidents, including a chant by Argentine players relayed by Enzo Fernandez during the 2024 Copa America and violent attacks by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against Kylian Mbappé during the 2026 World Cup. Zidane, born in Marseille to Algerian parents, emphasized France's diversity and his personal experience growing up in the La Castellane neighborhood, where there was room for everyone. He stated that everyone is a human being and that racism must be fought, expressing his desire to combat the xenophobic context surrounding the team.
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