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Who was Didier Deschamps?
Didier Deschamps is a legendary figure in football, both as a player and a manager. He captained France to World Cup glory in 1998 and then managed them to win it again in 2018. This match against England marked his final game in charge of the French team, ending a hugely successful era.
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