Zinédine Zidane greeted by jubilant supporters at France unveiling

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·29 July 2026

Zinédine Zidane was greeted by jubilant supporters on boulevard de Grenelle on Tuesday, moments after his unveiling as France head coach.

According to L'Équipe, around 100 fans gathered to welcome the 1998 World Cup winner, his smile triggering a wave of joy.

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Having concluded his introductory press conference, Zidane then made his way through the bustle with the same calm he had shown at the microphones.

The new manager appeared untroubled by the excitement he inspires, carrying a quiet serenity amid the surrounding stir.

The scenes highlighted an aura that seems to cling to Zidane, and the bond he holds with France’s supporters as he begins his tenure.

Source: L'Équipe