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Didier Deschamps confirms he will step down as France manager after 2026 World Cup

Written by Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp is an experienced sports writer covering Soccer, NBA and NHL. He also writes in depth reviews of sports betting sites based on his personal experience.
, | Updated: January 8, 2025
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Didier Deschamps celebrates France win

    Key Takeaways:

  • Didier Deschamps officially announced he will leave his role as France’s head coach after the 2026 World Cup
  • The decision ends a 14-year tenure marked by historic successes, including the 2018 World Cup victory
  • France also reached the Euro 2016 and World Cup 2022 finals and won the 2021 Nations League under his leadership
  • Deschamps made the announcement live on French television, bringing clarity to his future plans
  • The 2026 World Cup will mark the conclusion of his current contract with the French Football Federation

Didier Deschamps has officially confirmed that he will step down as the head coach of the French national football team after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking live on French television channel TF1, the 56-year-old shared his decision with the public, ending weeks of speculation about his future.

Deschamps’ announcement brings an end to one of the most successful eras in French football. Since taking charge in 2012, he has guided Les Bleus to unprecedented achievements. His tenure reached its pinnacle in 2018 when France secured their second World Cup title by defeating Croatia in the final. Beyond that historic triumph, he led the team to two other major finals: Euro 2016, where they were runners-up to Portugal, and the 2022 World Cup, where they narrowly lost to Argentina in a dramatic penalty shootout.

Deschamps also oversaw France’s victory in the UEFA Nations League in 2021, further cementing his legacy as one of the most successful managers in international football. His 14-year tenure has been defined by his ability to build cohesive teams, nurture emerging talent, and maintain consistency at the highest level.

With the 2026 World Cup marking the conclusion of his current contract, Deschamps’ decision provides a natural endpoint to his extraordinary journey with the French national team. As the focus now shifts to his successor, Deschamps leaves behind a legacy of success that will be remembered for generations. The 2026 World Cup will be his final chapter, offering one last opportunity to add to an already illustrious career.

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