Zinedine Zidane confirmed on Sunday he would one day like to coach the France national team, but did not say if he was hoping to take over from outgoing boss Didier Deschamps.

Zidane confirms ambition to coach France

Kylian Mbappe and Ibrahima Konate have been ruled out of Monday's 2026 World Cup qualifier in Iceland where France could book their ticket to next year's tournament.

Mbappe and Konate out of France's World Cup qualifier in Iceland

Four-time winners Germany cruised past 10-man Luxembourg and Kylian Mbappe helped France see off Azerbaijan in World Cup qualifying on Friday.

Germany cruise, Mbappe on the mark for France in World Cup qualifying

France moved three points closer to qualification for next year's World Cup with Kylian Mbappe, Adrien Rabiot, and Florian Thauvin all on target in a comfortable 3-0 Group D win over Azerbaijan at the Parc des Princes in Paris on Friday.

Mbappe on target as France see off Azerbaijan

France captain Kylian Mbappe said Thursday he was feeling relaxed with his life in Madrid and was in good shape as his nation seeks to move to the brink of World Cup qualification as they face Azerbaijan in Paris.

Mbappe 'relaxed' and ready to play in France's World Cup qualifiers

France coach Didier Deschamps admitted to AFP in an interview that he has had to learn to adapt to the younger generation of players rather than impose his ideas on them, to avoid becoming an "old fool".

Deschamps says adaptation the key to not becoming an 'old fool'

France centre back William Saliba said his side are not intimidated by facing reigning champions Argentina or European holders Spain at next year's World Cup and believe they can overcome any rival.

France do not fear Argentina and Spain, says Saliba

Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'Or on Monday as a reward for his starring role in the club's Champions League triumph last season, while Spain's Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's prize for the third year in a row.

Dembele beats Yamal to Ballon d'Or as Bonmati retains women's award

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