Zinedine Zidane, also known as Zizou, is a former French soccer player and current coach of Real Madrid. He is considered one of the greatest players and coaches in the history of soccer.
Zidane has won numerous awards throughout his career, including three FIFA World Player of the Year titles and a Ballon d’Or. In this article, we will discuss when Zidane rejoined Madrid.
Early Career
Zidane began his professional career with Cannes in 1989. He then played for Bordeaux, Juventus, and Real Madrid before retiring in 2006. During his playing career, he won numerous titles with his teams and was known for his skill on the ball and ability to score goals.
Coaching Career
After retiring from playing, Zidane took up coaching and became an assistant coach at Real Madrid in 2010. He then coached Real Madrid Castilla, the club’s reserve team in 2014 before being appointed as the head coach of Real Madrid’s first team in January 2016.
First Stint as Real Madrid Coach
In his first stint as Real Madrid coach, Zidane won three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles from 2016-2018. He also won two FIFA Club World Cups and a La Liga title during this period.
Resignation and Return to Real Madrid
However, in May 2018, Zidane resigned from his position as head coach of Real Madrid citing a need for change within the club. Julen Lopetegui was appointed as his successor but was sacked after just four months due to poor results.
In March 2019, after a series of poor performances by Santiago Solari’s team, it was announced that Zinedine Zidane would return to manage Real Madrid. He signed a contract until June 2022.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Zinedine Zidane rejoined Real Madrid as head coach in March 2019 after resigning from the same position in May 2018. During his first stint, he won numerous titles for the club including three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles. His return to the club has been welcomed by fans and players alike, and many are hoping that he can lead the team to even greater success in the future.