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Luca Zidane plays for Algeria at the 2026 World Cup

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:04 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Luca Zidane plays for Algeria at the 2026 World Cup

Summary

Luca Zidane, goalkeeper for Granada, is representing Algeria at the 2026 World Cup. The 28-year-old made the decision to switch from France to Algeria, influenced by his family heritage. Despite playing for France at the youth level, Zidane was eligible for Algeria due to his family's background. Algeria aims to make an impact in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria, and Jordan.

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By the Numbers

•Luca Zidane is the son of football legend Zinedine Zidane.
•Zidane's decision reflects his Algerian heritage and personal choice.
•He played for France at the youth level but switched to Algeria.
•Algeria is in Group J with Argentina, Austria, and Jordan.
•Zidane aims to establish his own identity at the tournament.

Latest Updates

1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Why does Luca Zidane play for Algeria? Son of French great Zinedine Zidane is starting goalie for African side
9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Why Zinedine Zidane’s son is playing for Algeria at the World Cup and not France

What they're saying

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Luca Zidane will represent Algeria today at the 2026 World Cup, not France, after the Granada goalkeeper changed his international allegiance through his family roots. The 28-year-old is the son of France and Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane and has been named in Algeria’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports