Zidane zinedine news
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 March 2019, 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 2020, Zidane signed a two-year contract extension with Real Madrid, keeping him at the helm until 2022.
- Tactical Changes: Zidane has been experimenting with different formations and tactics since his return to Real Madrid, including a 4-3-3 and a 4-2-3-1 system.
- Player Rotation: Zidane has been rotating his squad to keep players fresh and avoid injuries, which has led to some impressive performances from fringe players.
- La Liga Title: Real Madrid won the La Liga title in the 2020-21 season under Zidane's guidance, ending a seven-year drought without a league title.
- Champions League Run: Real Madrid reached the Champions League quarterfinals in the 2020-21 season, where they were eliminated by Chelsea.
- Transfer Rumors: There have been rumors linking Zidane with a move to other clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus, but he has consistently denied any interest in leaving Real Madrid.
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're not just focusing on winning titles, we're building a team that can compete for years to come." (Source: Marca)
- "I'm proud of what we've achieved so far, but we're not satisfied. We want to keep improving and winning more titles." (Source: AS)
Recent Interviews:
- Zidane gave an exclusive interview to French newspaper L'Equipe, discussing his return to Real Madrid and his plans for the future.
- He spoke to Spanish sports daily AS, discussing his team's performance in the Champions League and his thoughts on the competition.
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.