Just Didier Deschamps, the technical director of the French national team, the historical record for the most coaches leading matches in the World Cup tournament.
Deschamps leads the French national team against Morocco in the match held between them, this Thursday evening, in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup tournament.
Deschamps reached match number 25 in the World Cup.
The French coach achieved this number during his career with "Les Bleus" extending from 2012 until the 2026 World Cup edition, continuing to make history as one of the most prominent coaches in the tournament's history.
Deschamps tied with German coach Helmut Schön in the list of coaches with the most appearances in World Cup matches.
The coaches with the most matches led in the World Cup:
Helmut Schön: 25 matches (1966-1978)
Didier Deschamps: 25 matches (2012-2026)
In the event of France's victory over Morocco and qualification for the semi-finals, Deschamps will be able to solely hold the record.
France's lineup against Morocco
Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan.
Defense: Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne
Midfield: Manu Koné, Adrien Rabiot, Désiré Doué
Attack: Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappé
