Former French international Dugarry praised Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure as France's national team coach during a broadcast. Dugarry stated that expectations for greater achievements under Zinedine Zidane should be respected.

Zidane will make his debut as France's head coach, leading a UEFA Nations League match against Turkey. Zidane's appointment has drawn widespread attention, but Dugarry is confident it will not diminish Deschamps' coaching legacy.

Speaking on RMC's "Rothen s'enflamme" program, Dugarry said: "I believe no one has forgotten, and no one will forget, the 14 years the former coach was in charge. That is undoubtedly a success, particularly in terms of stability; no one can deny that. Being eliminated from the last three tournaments has disappointed some with the results and the manner of elimination. We have seen that the French team appeared to have reached its limits, as the opponents who eliminated us were clearly stronger overall. We still have room for improvement. Given the exceptional generation of players we have had and still have, some feel dissatisfied with the number of titles won."

Dugarry has never hidden his desire for France to play differently, but he also acknowledges Deschamps' achievements. He stated: "Some believe we could have won more titles and played better team football, and I am one of them. Everyone can evaluate the last 14 years based on their own football philosophy. I respect all opinions and don't ask anyone to agree with mine. But I also believe we must respect those who hope to dream bigger with Zidane."

Dugarry also added: "The last three tournaments have shown that we could do better. This is not to diminish the successful work of the previous coach, because his work was indeed successful. Some believe that with Zidane, the French team can play better and win more titles, which is why the excitement is so high. But I don't think those rooting for Zidane's success will forget all that the previous coach accomplished. In any case, I believe Deschamps has left his mark on the history of the French national team."

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