French team: relive Zinedine Zidane’s first press conference in full

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By: Manu Tournoux

It’s over for the presentation of Zinedine Zidane at the head of the Blues. The new French coach is now posing in front of the press alongside Philippe Diallo.

“We are in a beautiful country, with this diversity. I grew up in a neighborhood where there was room for everyone. My life is about being able to interact with all human beings. We’re all trying to fight racism.”.

“I haven’t been twiddling my thumbs, I’ve seen lots of matches, more than when I was coach of Real Madrid. I have seen a lot of the French team, I can say that there is great potential..

“Of course I support, the FFF supports Mr. Gleizes and his family. We hope he can come home to his parents. I have never expressed myself too much, but not just on this issue. I do not speak in any case. This is not going to change. Today you ask me, I’m a parent, I just want him to go home to see his family. »

“My close and technical staff is already in place, it is practically the one I had during all these years at Real Madrid, with perhaps two or three more incorporations. I am loyal to that side, we will continue the adventure with these few people”.

“When the coach comes to the rallies, he will wear Nike, since the brand is the equipment supplier for the France team and the Federation. He will have the freedom to choose his shoes, as everyone can do. For the rest of his outfit, he will be dressed by Nike. On the other hand, in his private life and outside his duties as coach, he will remain completely free to do what he wishes and to collaborate with the people or brands of his choice.