Didier Deschamps replaced by Guy Stéphan for World Cup match

Guy Stéphan will lead the French team during a 2026 World Cup match.

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Head coach Deschamps is absent for personal reasons following a family bereavement.

Stéphan, a long-time assistant, takes over to maintain team momentum.

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