In football, Zinedine Zidane is among the most respected names. He has a lasting influence as a player and a manager. Zidane’s fantastic success at Real Madrid has kept him under consideration for top managerial jobs, including with Spain and France.
Legacy of Zidane with Real Madrid
Real Madrid was where Zidane had a distinguished career. As a player, he led the team to significant victories, including La Liga and the UEFA Champions League titles. His amazing performances brought him worldwide recognition.
After retiring as a player, Zidane entered management. He came back to head Real Madrid and led the team to several titles. Real Madrid won three successive UEFA Champions League titles between 2016 and 2018 under his leadership, a rare feat in modern-day football.
Zinédine Zidane’s stats as a manager
| Season | Competition | Managed | Won | Drawn | Lost | PPG |
| 2020/2021 | La Liga | 38 | 25 | 9 | 4 | 2.21 |
| Copa del Rey | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| UEFA Champions League | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1.75 | |
| 2019/2020 | La Liga | 38 | 26 | 9 | 3 | 2.29 |
| Copa del Rey | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| Supercopa de Espana | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| UEFA Champions League | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1.38 | |
| 2019 | International Champions Cup | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 2018/2019 | La Liga | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1.55 |
| 2017/2018 | Supercopa de Espana | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Copa del Rey | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1.83 | |
| La Liga | 36 | 21 | 10 | 5 | 2.03 | |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| UEFA Champions League | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 2.23 | |
| 2017 | International Champions Cup | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 2016/2017 | UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| UEFA Champions League | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 2.31 | |
| La Liga | 38 | 29 | 6 | 3 | 2.45 | |
| Copa del Rey | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1.83 | |
| 2016 | International Champions Cup | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015/2016 | UEFA Champions League | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| La Liga | 20 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 2.65 | |
| Segunda División B | 19 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1.95 |
Linked with Spain’s National Team
The Spanish Football Federation sought a fresh head coach after Spain early exit from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Recently Albert Luque, who was then the sports director, stated Zidane was under consideration for the job.
During an interview with Cadena SER, Luque admitted that Zidane was his top candidate for taking over from Luis Enrique. Luque said, I’ll tell you the one I had in mind and I’m going to say that for the first time, here today, who I would try to convince: Zidane,”. Even Luis Rubiales, the then president of the Spanish Football Federation, noted that he wasn’t aware of this scheme.
Though Zidane is a strong contender, Luis de la Fuente ultimately got the job. De la Fuente has since then led Spain to victory in the UEFA 2024 European Championship. His success earned him a contract extension until 2028.
Future with the French National Team
Although Zidane missed the chance to coach Spain’s national team, he is still a top candidate to run the French national team. France’s present manager, Didier Deschamps, just said that he will leave after the 2026 World Cup. Many people believe Zidane is the most obvious substitution.
Although Zidane was earlier connected to the French job after the 2022 World Cup, Deschamps had his contract extended until 2026. Zidane also turned down an invitation to coach the United States men’s national team after the 2022 World Cup.
Zidane’s future prospects
Zidane has been out of management since he left Real Madrid in May 2021. What he next does remains a mystery. Zidane will surely soon have the chance to coach his homeland on the world scene with Deschamps confirmed Departure.
Fans from all around the world are anxious to see Zidane come back to coaching. Whether it is with France or another major team, his return to management could reshape international football.
What’s next?
As a player and coach, Zinédine Zidane’s accomplishments have established his place in football history. His possible future as the head coach of France, or even Spain, keeps him in the public eye. Football fans will be watching closely to see where this legend continues his journey.
