France’s national team exits the tournament in the semi-finals, ending a run of performances that included winners and appearances in later stages in previous campaigns under coach Didier Deschamps. Multiple reports frame the departure as both a period of achievement and a final opportunity to answer a single recurring question about his legacy: whether the results match the level of success expected from the squad he has managed. The coverage emphasizes that Deschamps is among the most decorated French football figures internationally, citing his major accomplishments and the longevity of his tenure. At the same time, the articles note criticism that can follow successful coaches—namely that France’s run and outcomes in key matches have not always resolved doubts about overall achievement or consistency beyond reaching the latter stages. In the semi-final exit, the team’s season ends short of the final, closing a chapter associated with Deschamps’ leadership and leaving a debate over how his accomplishments should be measured against the expectations placed on France at major tournaments.