Laurent Blanc has been officially confirmed as France's new manager.
The former Bordeaux boss takes over from the much-scrutinised Raymond Domenech following a disastrous 2010 World Cup campaign.
After scraping qualification to South Africa, Les Bleus failed to win a match this summer, finishing bottom of Group A.
Furthermore, unrest within the camp dominated headlines as Nicolas Anelka was sent home following a bust-up with Domenech while the team even went on strike.
Blanc, who has signed a two-year contract, will now look to turn the country's fortunes around ahead of their qualifying charge for Euro 2012.
The former Manchester United defender was in charge of Bordeaux for three years, winning Ligue 1 and the French League Cup in 2009.
Meanwhile, outgoing French Football Federation president Jean-Pierre Escalettes has confirmed his shame at France's showing at the World Cup.
Escalettes, who formally resigned on Friday, said"I am ashamed. I present my apologies."
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