In an emotional statement released on its official X account, the federation celebrated Deschamps' extraordinary contribution to Les Bleus, bringing the curtain down on a 14-year spell that restored France to the summit of world football.

Didier Deschamps said Friday that no tears will be shed as he prepares to take charge of his final France match in the World Cup third-place play-off against England.

El técnico de 57 años, protagonista de los dos títulos mundiales que conquistó su país, encara ante Inglaterra su último partido como conductor de los galos.