LunagisthubZidane’s Son Makes Historic Switch to Algeria Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Luca Zidane, the 27-year-old son of French football legend Zinedine Zidane, has officially switched his international allegiance to Algeria. This move paves the way for him to represent the North African nation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
Luca Zidane, a goalkeeper currently playing for Spanish second-division side Granada, made the switch after FIFA approved his change of association. Having represented France at junior levels, including the under-20 team, Zidane needed a formal change of allegiance to play for Algeria. His eligibility stems from his father’s heritage, with Zinedine Zidane’s parents hailing from the Kabylie region of Algeria .
Goalkeeping Department
Zidane’s decision highlights Algeria’s determination to strengthen their goalkeeping department. Over the past year, the team has relied on four different goalkeepers: Alexis Guendouz, Oussama Benbot, Anthony Mandrea, and Alexandre Oukidja. With Zidane’s experience playing for Granada, his inclusion could bring the stability Algeria has been seeking.
As the second of four brothers who came through the Real Madrid academy, Luca Zidane has had a notable football career. He made two senior appearances for Real Madrid and played in La Liga with Rayo Vallecano before moving to second-tier spells with Eibar and Granada. His father, Zinedine Zidane, is a World Cup winner with France, lifting the trophy in 1998 Algeria is a strong contender to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, with a key qualifier against Somalia on the horizon. A win or draw against Uganda in their next match would likely secure their spot in the tournament .
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