“My words were misunderstood, Zidane was not insulted”; The president of French football with condolences
French football president Noel Le Grat has apologized for insulting Zinedine Zidane. French superstar Kylian Mbappé, former stars and political leaders publicly spoke out against La Grat’s statement, Le Grat apologized.
Le Grat said Zinedine Zidane was not trying to insult him and his words were misunderstood. Le Grat said he apologized for statements he allegedly made against Zidane and said it was not his intention to say anything against him.
I have nothing but respect for Zidane. The remarks made against him should not have been made. He confused people. “I think he knows the respect I have for Zidane, as well as the French people,” Le Graet said.
Noel Le Grat also said that he had no intention of coaching Zidane and would not even answer the phone if Zidane called him.
“If Zidane wants to call me anywhere for a coaching position, I won’t even answer the phone, I’d better find another club or a national team,” Le Grat said.
Grat’s words were offensive to Zidane and many fans criticized him on social media, declaring him a legend.
Mbappe tweeted that France means Zidane and he shouldn’t insult a legend like him. The French Football Federation has extended the tenure of Zidane’s current manager and teammate Didier Deschamps until 2026, ignoring Zidane, who has made public his desire to become France manager.
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