Zidane supports Luca in the Algeria vs. Sudan match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
In a scene that captured the attention of global media and Arab fans, French football legend of Algerian origin, Zinedine Zidane, made sure to be present in the stands of Moroccan stadiums to support his son, Luca Zidane, goalkeeper of the Spanish club Getafe, in his first official appearance wearing the Algerian national team jersey.
This special support came during the Algerian national team's match against their Sudanese counterparts on Wednesday, in the first round of the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations currently being held in Morocco. The match ended with a resounding 3-0 victory for "Les Verts" (The Greens), giving the team a huge morale boost at the start of their continental campaign.
A heroic performance under the watchful eye of the legend
Luca Zidane started for the coach and impressed the Algerian fans by keeping a clean sheet for the full ninety minutes. His performance was characterized by confidence and composure, drawing on his experience in La Liga, all under the watchful eye of his father, who couldn't hide his excitement over his son's saves from the VIP box.
Dual nationality issue and a new gain for Algeria
Luca Zidane's joining the Algerian national team, nicknamed "The Desert Warriors," is part of the Algerian Football Federation's strategy to attract talented players with dual nationality. Last September, Zidane obtained Algerian sporting citizenship, taking advantage of FIFA regulations that allow players to switch national teams, provided they have not represented their previous national team in official matches. This move is a significant boost for the Algerian national team, which aims to secure its goalkeeping position for years to come.
The symbolism of the event and its regional importance
Zinedine Zidane's presence in Morocco to watch an Algeria match carries deep symbolic significance, given his roots in the Kabylie region of Algeria and his immense popularity in North Africa and around the world. This event reflects the sporting and social ties in the region and adds to the prestige of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
All eyes are now on the Algerian national team as one of the most prominent candidates to compete for the continental title, especially with the strong reinforcements in its ranks and the strong start against the brotherly Sudanese national team, which raises the expectations for the return of “the Greens” to the podiums of victory.
