The focal point of Zidane’s journey is his coaching career, which he initially resisted after retiring from playing. However, he now admits that coaching has become his passion.
Despite Messi’s absence, the U.S. Open Cup Final saw a reunion of stars. When Zidane was asked if he wanted to become a coach after retiring from playing, he adamantly refused. But life had other plans for him.
Zidane has recognized the significant differences between playing and coaching, particularly in terms of shifting from self-focus to managing a group of players.
“It’s two completely different things,” Zidane emphasized. “As a player, you focus on yourself… As a coach, you have to take care of a group of players.”
Managing egos in a high-profile club like Real Madrid presents its own unique challenges, but Zidane has earned respect due to his successful playing career.
During his time at Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane shared an amusing anecdote about Ronaldo Nazario, a fellow superstar. Zidane recalled how Ronaldo used to promise him that he would “nutmeg him twice” during games, and he always followed through with his promise. The conversation also delved into Zidane’s experiences at Real Madrid, discussing the ups and downs of his career and his preference for winning the 1998 World Cup with the French national team over any of his Champions League victories.
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Interesting
This is great, Ronaldo is the Goat.
U made a point