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Didier Claude Deschamps is a French professional football manager and former player who has been managing the France national team since 2012. Born on 15 October 1968, he has had a distinguished career both as a player and a manager, winning numerous titles and accolades at club and international levels.
Main Milestones
15 October 1968
Birth
Didier Deschamps was born in Bayonne, France, marking the beginning of a life that would be deeply intertwined with football.
April 1983
Signing with Nantes
Deschamps signed with Nantes, starting his professional football career at a young age. His potential was spotted by scouts while he was still at school.
27 September 1985
League Debut
Deschamps made his league debut with Nantes, marking his first professional match.
1989
Transfer to Marseille
Deschamps transferred to Marseille, where he would go on to win two Division 1 titles and the UEFA Champions League in 1993.
1994
Joining Juventus
Deschamps joined Italian club Juventus, with whom he won three Serie A titles, one Coppa Italia, two Supercoppa Italiana, a UEFA Champions League, a UEFA Super Cup, and an Intercontinental Cup.
1998
World Cup Victory
Deschamps captained France to victory in the 1998 FIFA World Cup, a highlight of his international career.
2001
Retirement
Deschamps retired from professional football after a season with Valencia, ending a successful playing career.
2001-2005
Managing Monaco
Deschamps began his managerial career with Monaco, helping the club win the Coupe de la Ligue in 2003 and reaching the 2004 UEFA Champions League Final.
2006-2007
Managing Juventus
Deschamps managed Juventus, helping the club win the Serie B title and return to Serie A after their relegation due to the Calciopoli scandal.
2009-2012
Managing Marseille
Deschamps managed Marseille, winning the Ligue 1 title in 2009-10, three consecutive Coupe de la Ligue titles, and two Trophée des Champions titles.
8 July 2012
Appointed France Manager
Deschamps was appointed as the manager of the France national team, a position he still holds today.
2018
World Cup Victory as Manager
Deschamps led France to victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, becoming the third man to win the World Cup as both a player and a manager.
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Brief
Known For
French professional football manager and former player who won the World Cup as both a player and a manager.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 15 October 1968.
Born Place: Bayonne, France.
Career
Current occupation: Manager of the France national football team.
Past occupations: Defensive midfielder for several clubs including Marseille, Juventus, Chelsea, and Valencia.
Current Place of Work: France national football team.
Previous Place of Work: Monaco, Juventus, Marseille.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: FIFA World Cup winner (1998, 2018), UEFA European Championship winner (2000), UEFA Champions League winner (1993, 1996), Ligue 1 Manager of the Year (2004), The Best FIFA Football Coach (2018), Globe Soccer Awards Coach of the Year (2018), World Soccer Magazine World Manager of the Year (2018), IFFHS World's Best National Coach (2018, 2020).
Skills
Leadership, defensive midfield skills.
Languages
Languages Spoken: French.
Accent: French.
Lifestyle
Current Sport Activity and Training Regime: Managing the France national football team.
Past Sport Activity and Training Regime: Professional football player.
Deschamps captained France to victory in the 1998 World Cup.
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Didier Deschamps
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