# New France boss Zidane names first squad, appoints Mbappe captain

https://mins.news/en/video/65408

- France 24 English, 2026-09-19 11:20 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZhHfluyJ3s

> France football legend Zinedine Zidane says Kylian Mbappe will captain the national team. Zidane has announced his first squad since taking charge, with his opening matches set to be against Turkey and Belgium.

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