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Luca Zidane Doubts Algeria's World Cup Bid After Jaw, Chin Fracture Suffered on Club Duty
Algeria's Luca Zidane is doubtful for the World Cup after suffering a jaw and chin fracture while playing for his club Granada in Spain's second-tier football league.
Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane is doubtful for the World Cup after suffering a jaw and chin fracture while playing for his club Granada in Spain's second-tier football league. The injury occurred during a match, putting Zidane's participation in the upcoming tournament in jeopardy. A decision on his availability will be made soon, but it seems uncertain at this point. Zidane is the son of former French football legend Zinedine Zidane.
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