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Didier Deschamps exits as France’s manager after a heartbreaking World Cup semifinal loss, blaming refereeing decisions—including a controversial penalty call against Lamine Yamal—and questioning the officials’ experience. He also highlighted tactical breakdowns, particularly in midfield communication, as key factors in the defeat. Mbappé echoed these frustrations, noting France failed to execute their game plan while Spain executed theirs flawlessly. Deschamps, a football legend who led France to World Cup glory in 2018 and multiple major trophies, ends a 12-year tenure that defined a generation. Zinedine Zidane is poised to take over, with reports of a verbal agreement already in place, signaling the start of a new era for French football.

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