Luka Zidane Shines for Algeria at AFCON 2025

Luka Zidane Shines for Algeria at AFCON 2025

Luka Zidane, Granada’s goalkeeper, has emerged as Algeria’s standout performer at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

He’s the son of Zinedine Zidane and has carried the family name with calm resolve for Algeria’s goalkeeping duties.

After two group games against Sudan and Burkina Faso, Algeria’s defense has been stingy, and Zidane has kept clean sheets.

Algeria defeated Sudan 3-0 and beat Burkina Faso 1-0, setting up a decisive clash with Equatorial Guinea.

Zidane’s father, France legend Zinedine Zidane, was spotted in the stands cheering his son on.

With six points, Algeria lead Group Five and head toward the knockout stage.

The opening wins keep Algeria among the tournament’s solid teams.

Next up: Equatorial Guinea on Wednesday; a win would seal a place in the knockout rounds.

Even the fans joked that dads everywhere finally have a clean sheet.

Punchline: His defense is so tight the ball files a complaint.

Second line: If jokes were goals, Luka would be on a hat-trick.