Dylan Deschamps, the son of France national football team coach Didier Deschamps, has broken his silence following the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a statement published on social media, he expressed support for his father and the squad.
France was eliminated in the quarter-finals on July 10, 2026, after a penalty shootout loss to Argentina. The defeat marked the end of France's title defense, having won the 2018 tournament and reached the 2022 final.
Dylan Deschamps wrote: 'Nous n'oublierons rien' (We will forget nothing), a phrase that resonated with fans. He praised the team's effort and urged unity. The post garnered thousands of reactions within hours.
Didier Deschamps, who has been France's coach since 2012, has yet to announce his future plans. The French Football Federation has stated it will review the team's performance before making any decisions.
