Zidane Praises Yamal, Olise, Mbappé as Joy to Watch Ahead of France Coach Role
In July, Zinedine Zidane, David Beckham, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic gathered for an EA Sports event, where they discussed the 2026 World Cup and the new generation of football talent. Zidane, who is set to become the French national team head coach after Didier Deschamps' departure, expressed admiration for young players like Lamine Yamal, Michael Olise, and Kylian Mbappé. He noted that these players, though young, play with the joy and flair reminiscent of neighborhood football. Ibrahimovic called Yamal 'special,' while Beckham highlighted Jude Bellingham and Mbappé. The 2026 World Cup concluded with Spain defeating Argentina in the final, which Zidane attended. The French Football Federation is expected to officially announce Zidane's appointment by the end of July.
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