Zenedine Zidane’s son makes bold move to Algeria
Luca Zidane, the 27-year-old son of France’s World Cup-winning playmaker Zinedine Zidane, has officially switched his international allegiance from France to Algeria. This move, approved by FIFA, could enable him to follow in his father’s footsteps and play at the 2026 World Cup.
Zidane’s Football Career
Luca Zidane is currently playing for Spanish second-tier side Granada. He has experience playing in La Liga with Rayo Vallecano and has also played for Real Madrid, where he made two appearances. In 2022, he dropped down a level to play for Eibar before joining Granada in 2024.
Qualification for Algeria
Zidane qualifies to play for Algeria through his paternal grandparents, who hailed from the Kabylie region of Algeria. This connection allows him to represent the North African country, which is expected to secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup finals in North America.
Family Legacy
As the son of Zinedine Zidane, Luca has big shoes to fill. His father is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, scoring twice in France’s 1998 World Cup final victory over Brazil. Although Zinedine was famously sent off in the 2006 final, Luca may still have the opportunity to emulate his father’s World Cup success with Algeria.
Upcoming World Cup Qualifier
Algeria is set to face Somalia in a crucial World Cup qualifier next month, which is expected to be played in Algiers due to security concerns in Somalia. With this win, Algeria would likely secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup finals.
