France is left without a medal and without a coach
France was on the verge of a new World Cup final. In the duel for third place, the French lost 4-6 to England at the Miami stadium. The defeat meant goodbye to Didier Deschamps, who coached Les Bleus for 14 years.
The farewell of a historic man
Deschamps had already announced that this tournament would be his last. After the elimination, the French Football Federation (FFF) dedicated a message to him on social networks.
“The FFF thanks the national coach Didier Deschamps for the exceptional work carried out at the head of the France Team. There are trajectories that permanently mark the history of an institution and a country. Forever in the history of French football.”
The statement highlighted his legacy: “Under his authority, for fourteen years, Team France has regained credibility, respect and love by remaining at the highest global level, winning the 2018 World Cup, the 2021 Nations League and reaching several important finals, all while retaining extraordinary consistency.”
The FFF also highlighted that “his mark will remain indelible in Clairefontaine and in the hearts of millions of fans.” They thanked him for the 185 games played and the 120 victories under his management.
An era that leaves its mark
“Didier Deschamps has been able to transmit a culture of performance and responsibility that will remain a reference for future generations. He has accompanied the emergence of numerous internationals, has federated several groups around solid values and has contributed to strengthening the unique bond between the French and their national team,” concluded the FFF.
With the departure of Deschamps, France closes a golden cycle. Now he will look for a new helmsman to face the next World Cup process.
