Didier Deschamps: France head coach extends contract until 2026

The contract of France's head coach has been extended.

After the World Cup in Qatar, it was thought that Deschamps would step down, but he has decided to stay in the job for three and a half years.

With his contract up until the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, Deschamps will now take France into the Euros in Germany.

The French Football Federation and Nol Le Grat, its president, are pleased to announce the extension of the head coach of the French team.

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The French team's goalkeeping coach, goalkeeping assistant, and physical trainer will continue their work.

After a thrilling 3-3 draw after extra-time, France were beaten on penalties by Argentina in the final of the Nations League, which was managed by DesChamps.

France lost to Portugal in the home tournament of the Euro 2016 after extra-time, despite reaching the final.

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