France midfielder Koné ‘shocked’ by coach Zidane’s ability in training

France midfielder Manu Koné expressed astonishment at the technical abilities of national team coach Zinedine Zidane during a recent training session. Koné admitted he had to pinch himself when the 54-year-old coach laced up his boots to participate directly in the drills.

Zidane reportedly impressed the players on the pitch with his continued proficiency in passing and crossing, demonstrating that he retains the elite skills that defined his legendary playing career.