Aimé Jacquet, tributes and emotion

A scene captured in the corridors of the Stade de France, between Zinédine Zidane and Aimé Jacquet, shows the respect

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 4:13 AM

Key Things to Know

Aimé Jacquet and Zinédine Zidane shared an emotional reunion following France's 4-1 victory against Belgium.
Jacquet praised the quality of Zidane's French squad during their meeting at the Stade de France.
Former teammates Christian Karembeu, Laurent Blanc, and Robert Pirès witnessed the moment.

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Zinédine Zidane and his former manager Aimé Jacquet shared an emotional reunion in the corridors of the Stade de France. The encounter took place following France's 4-1 victory over Belgium, with former 1998 World Cup teammates Christian Karembeu, Laurent Blanc, and Robert Pirès also present as Zidane embraced Jacquet and posed for photographs.

Jacquet praised the quality of the current French team, while the article highlights how Zidane's man-management style draws direct inspiration from Jacquet. Pirès noted that Jacquet's talent for reassuring substitute players and building unity is reflected in Zidane's coaching approach.

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Aimé Jacquet, tributes and emotion

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