'Extremely happy' Deschamps gets the farewell game no-one wants

France manager Didier Deschamps will conclude his tenure following a 2-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup semi-finals. Deschamps, who set a record for most World Cup games managed, will lead the team in the third-place play-off.
Why it matters
The departure of a long-serving, highly successful manager marks a significant transition for the French national football team.
Figure caption, Spain into World Cup final after dominant victory over France
The article provides a balanced overview of the manager's career and the team's recent performance.
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