Saudi Arabia re-appoints the man who defeated Messi and Argentina

On October 27, just two days after parting ways with coach Roberto Mancini, SAFF announced that coach Renard would return to lead the Saudi Arabian team to continue their journey in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The French strategist's goal is to help the "Blue Falcons" win tickets to the World Cup for the third consecutive time.

Previously, Coach Renard was the captain of the Saudi Arabian team from 2019 to 2023. After that, he ended his contract with SAFF to return home to lead the French women's team in major tournaments such as the 2023 Women's World Cup and the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Coach Renard receives high expectations when returning to lead the Saudi Arabian national team

On the day he sat back in the hot seat, Coach Renard shared: "I had no intention of leaving, but when the country knocks on your door, you will respond. My connection with Saudi Arabia, the fans, the players and all the memories that I will never forget are still there. I have not finished my story with Saudi Arabia. I am back."

Coach Renard has left many marks when leading the Saudi Arabian team, most notably the 2-1 victory over Lionel Messi's Argentina team at the 2022 World Cup. Now, he must help the Saudi Arabian team overcome difficulties and win a ticket to the 2026 World Cup. In the third qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup, this team is only in 3rd place with 5 points after 4 matches.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/doi-tuyen-a-rap-xe-ut-bo-nhiem-lai-nguoi-tung-quat-nga-messi-va-argentina-185241027114952922.htm