France Beat Turkey in Zidane's First Match as Coach

France secured a hard-fought victory over Turkey in a Nations League fixture that also marked Zinedine Zidane's debut as head coach of the national team.

Zidane, one of the most decorated figures in French football history, has now stepped into the coaching role for the Bleus, taking charge of a squad still built around several established stars.

Among them is striker Kylian Mbappé, who found the net during the match but was forced off after picking up an injury.

The precise nature of the injury has not been detailed, though it adds a note of concern to what was otherwise a symbolic occasion for the new coaching staff.

Despite securing the win, France appeared to struggle for large parts of the match, with the result being described as coming 'in pain' rather than through a dominant performance.

This suggests the team faced a tough test against Turkey, even as they claimed the points.

One notable positive from the match was the performance of defender Adrien Truffert, who was named man of the match for his contribution.

His display offered a bright spot amid the difficulties the team faced elsewhere on the pitch.

The match represents a significant early test for Zidane as he begins his tenure in charge of the senior national team, following a playing and coaching career that has included major honours at club level.

How he manages high-profile players, squad rotation, and pressure moments will be closely scrutinised by pundits and supporters alike in the coming weeks.

With Mbappé's injury status still unclear, questions will now turn to the player's fitness ahead of upcoming fixtures.

For Zidane, the win offers a promising, if imperfect, start to his reign, while the broader footballing world will be watching to see how the team develops under his leadership in future Nations League matches and beyond.