Zinedine Zidane's Astonishing New Look Leaves Fans Speechless

Zinedine Zidane's Astonishing New Look Leaves Fans Speechless

Isaac Darko
updated at September 24, 2023 at 9:29 PM
  • Zinedine Zidane is normally spotted suited and booted
  • Fans couldn't recognise him in his more casual attire
  • The Frenchman won three consecutive Champions League trophies as Real Madrid manager

Football fans believe they wouldn't be able to spot Zinedine Zidane in a crowd after the Real Madrid legend showcased his new appearance in his latest Instagram photo.

Zidane is presently unemployed, having concluded his second stint as the manager of Real Madrid in 2021.

Zinedine Zidane, Real Madrid
Zinedine Zidane celebrates after winning the UEFA Champions League in 2018. Credit: @madridxtra
Source: Twitter

While the Real Madrid legend boasts an illustrious football career and numerous accolades, it appears that his departure from the traditional pitchside suit and adoption of a flat cap might allow him to seamlessly blend into any setting.

The 1998 World Cup winner shared an Instagram photo of himself casually walking the streets of France in jeans, a jacket, and a flat cap.

Fans were astonished by how distinct this look made him appear, especially since they had grown accustomed to seeing him impeccably dressed on the sidelines as a manager.

Numerous footie fans took to the comments section beneath his post to express their astonishment at his noticeable change in appearance.

@Sphesihle___9 commented:

"Would literally walk pass this guy not noticing that it's the greatest coach."

@adnan_original said:

"Zizo with the drip."

And @Pianokad said:

"Incognito."

Whilst another added:

"Just a regular man in Paris."

Zidane's managerial record

Zidane achieved a remarkable feat by securing three consecutive Champions League titles and clinching two La Liga titles during his tenure with his former club, per Transfermarkt.

The legendary France midfielder's exceptional coaching abilities were also recognized when he received the prestigious 2017 The Best FIFA Men's Coach Award.

Zidane reveals major coaching aspiration

Sports Brief also reported on Zinedine Zidane's major coaching aspiration: to manage compatriot Kylian Mbappe, as he is a player any manager would be interested in coaching.

Regardless of this statement, he turned down the PSG job, and Mbappe ended up staying. It also hinted that his future may lie with the France national team.

The Real Madrid icon has already been in charge of the club as manager twice, but if he is keen on coaching Mbappe, perhaps he would come back for a third stint should the PSG forward eventually make it to the Santiago Bernabeu.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)
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