Zidane Says Taking Charge of His First France Game Feels ‘Even More’ Special than His Playing Debut – WTOP News
Mbappé scored France’s winner before leaving with a left knee injury, and Zidane said the captain will likely return to Madrid for evaluation.
- On Friday, September 25, 2026, France defeated Turkey 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League, marking Zinedine Zidane's successful debut as head coach; captain Kylian Mbappé scored in the 54th minute.
- Following the 2026 World Cup, Zidane replaced Didier Deschamps after his 14-year reign, with the new coach aiming to implement a more attack-minded tactical approach for Les Bleus.
- Midfielder Adrien Rabiot noted the intense focus on Zidane allows players greater peace, while Mbappé retained the captaincy alongside Ousmane Dembélé and Jules Koundé in senior roles.
- Mbappé suffered a knee injury shortly after scoring and will return to Madrid for treatment, ruling him out of France's next three Nations League matches over the coming days.
- France travels to Belgium on Monday before hosting Italy on October 2 at the Stade de France, providing Zidane early high-stakes tests to validate his tactical adjustments.
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Kylian Mbappé wanted to, but he couldn't play any more. Shortly after the goal for the 1-0 victory in Turkey he has to leave the course. Coach Zinédine Zidane sounds less optimistic.
After marking the only win against Turkey, he left the pitch after hyperextended his left knee.
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