News zinedine zidane
Zinedine Zidane is a French former professional footballer and current manager of Real Madrid. Here are some recent news updates about him:
Recent News:
- Return to Real Madrid: Zidane returned to Real Madrid as their manager in January 2021, replacing Santiago Solari. He had previously managed the team from 2016 to 2018, leading them to three consecutive Champions League titles.
- Contract Extension: In June 2021, Zidane signed a two-year contract extension with Real Madrid, keeping him at the helm until 2023.
- Tactical Changes: Zidane has made some significant tactical changes since his return to Real Madrid, including a shift to a 4-3-3 formation and the introduction of a more attacking style of play.
- Player Rotation: Zidane has been rotating his squad regularly, giving opportunities to younger players and those who were previously out of favor. This has led to improved performances from some of the team's fringe players.
- Champions League Ambitions: Zidane has set his sights on winning the Champions League with Real Madrid, a competition he won three times as a player and twice as a manager.
- Player Criticism: Zidane has faced criticism from some quarters for his team selection and tactics, particularly in big games. However, he remains confident in his ability to get the best out of his players.
- Transfer Market Activity: Zidane has been involved in the transfer market, signing players like David Alaba and Eduardo Camavinga, and selling others like Sergio Reguilón and Martin Ødegaard.
Recent Quotes:
- "I'm happy to be back at Real Madrid, it's a great feeling. I'm excited to work with the players and staff again." (Source: ESPN)
- "We need to be more consistent, we need to be more solid defensively. We need to improve in all areas." (Source: Marca)
- "I'm not worried about the criticism, I'm worried about the team's performance. We need to improve and win games." (Source: AS)
Recent Interviews:
- Zidane gave an exclusive interview to French newspaper L'Équipe, discussing his return to Real Madrid and his plans for the team.
- He also spoke to Spanish newspaper Marca, discussing his tactics and player selection.
Recent Videos:
- Zidane's post-match interview after Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Elche in La Liga.
- A behind-the-scenes look at Zidane's training sessions with Real Madrid.