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Zinedine Zidane hailed as 'phenomenal' by Rio Ferdinand, who praises Real Madrid boss for letting his football 'do the talking' - as Steve McManaman also lauds his 'incredible job' despite 'brutal' criticism

Zinedine Zidane's stellar work at the helm of Real Madrid has been lauded by BT Sport pundits Rio Ferdinand and Steve McManaman.

Los Blancos' iconic former talisman took charge of the club between 2016 and 2018 before returning for a second spell - and has already steered them to 11 trophies.

And, having also guided his team through to the Champions League semi-finals once again at the expense of Liverpool, Zidane was the subject of fulsome praise.

Zinedine Zidane's Real Madrid work has been hailed by Rio Ferdinand and Steve McManaman

'This guy has an unbelievable knack,' Ferdinand said.