Algeria Faces Concerns as Granada Reveals Luca Zidane Has a Fractured Jaw Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Worrying news has emerged for the Algerian national football team as Granada CF confirmed that goalkeeper Luca Zidane has sustained a fractured jaw and chin. This injury occurred during a league match against UD Almería on Sunday.

The incident took place during the match when Zidane was struck in the face, leading to an urgent exit from the field. He was subsequently taken to the hospital for immediate medical attention.

In a statement released on Monday, Granada detailed the severity of Zidane’s injuries following further examinations. The club reported the findings of the medical assessments conducted after the player experienced a concussion during the match.

“Medical examinations carried out on Luca Zidane, following the concussion he suffered during the last match against UD Almería, reveal that the goalkeeper also has a fractured jaw and chin,” the Andalusian club stated.