Théo Zidane is delighted to see his father at the head of the Blues

Published: August 26, 2026

By: Manu Tournoux

In an interview given to MarcaThéo Zidane spoke with emotion of the appointment of his father, Zinédine Zidane, to the position of coach of the France team. The Cordoba midfielder assured that this position represented a real dream for the former Real Madrid coach.

“ He is very happy. Coaching the French team is a dream he has always had », Confided Théo Zidane. The 24-year-old also explained that his father would continue to closely monitor his performances despite his new responsibilities. “ He will continue to watch my matches on television, as always “, he added, while hoping that “ everything is going well for the French team and especially for Cordoba “. During this same interview, Théo also recounted having experienced the last World Cup as a family, notably attending his brother Luca’s matches with Algeria and several Blues matches.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.