Didier Deschamps to step down as France coach after 2026 World Cup

Deschamps took over as France head coach in 2012, winning the World Cup in 2018 and leading his country to two other major finals. 

France head coach Didier Deschamps will step down from the role when his contract expires after the 2026 World Cup. Picture: Adam Davy/PA Wire.

France head coach Didier Deschamps will step down from the role when his contract expires after the 2026 World Cup.

The 56-year-old took charge of the national team in 2012 and led Les Bleus to World Cup glory in 2018, becoming only the third man to win the tournament as both player and manager.