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Fans flock to watch Zidane's first training session as Real Madrid boss

Valdebebas was awash with anticipation as the French coach took charge of an open training session after being named as Rafael Benitez's replacement.

Thousands of Real Madrid fans filled the Alfredo Di Stefano stadium to watch Zinedine Zidane start his new job on Tuesday.

Madrid was holding its annual open training session at Valdebebas ahead of this weekend’s game against Deportivo La Coruna.

Zidane, who had previously been managing Madrid’s B team, Castilla, was named as the club’s new manager on Monday following the dismissal of Rafael Benitez.

He was given a rousing reception as he made his way onto the pitch to take charge of Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Co.