The 57-year-old football coach has led the French national team since 2012 and led the team to World Cup gold in 2018 and World Cup silver in 2022.
His team were the big favourites to win gold again this year, but lost 0-2 to Spain in the semifinals. This means Deschamps' last assignment will be the bronze-medal match against England.
For 15 years I have had the privilege of experiencing magical moments, but also difficult ones, he says.
Life goes on. I have unforgettable memories, but what's most important is always what happens next.
France are set to get another old football hero as national team captain. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says Zinedine Zidane will take over and that the contract will run through the 2030 World Cup.
