On Monday, the ex-France striker Thierry Henry assumed the role of coach for the national under-21 squad.
Amidst a wave of anticipation, the French Football Federation has officially granted Henry a compelling two-year contract.
Expanding his sphere of influence, Henry is set to take the reins of the France Under-23 side, a responsibility that will extend to the grand stage of the 2024 Paris Olympics, describing the event as a "major objective."
Marking the debut of his leadership, Henry is set to steer his team into action with a friendly clash against Denmark at home on September 7.
Shortly thereafter, on the fourth day, they will engage Slovenia in a pivotal encounter, marking the initial qualification match for the 2025 European Championship.
Aged 46, Henry's journey through coaching has seen him as Belgium's assistant coach during two distinct periods, one notably during the previous year's World Cup.
However, his tenure concluded with the arrival of Domenico Tedesco as the head coach, supplanting Roberto Martínez in February.
Between these chapters, Henry assumed the role of coaching Monaco and the Major League Soccer outfit Montreal, displaying his versatility across different leagues.
Renowned as a 1998 World Cup champion with France, Henry's illustrious playing career was anchored primarily at Arsenal, where he stands as the highest-ever scorer for the English team.
His legacy extends further, encompassing stints with Monaco, Juventus, Barcelona, and the New York Red Bulls before retiring in 2014.