Algeria’s Luca Zidane doubtful for World Cup after chin and jaw fracture

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 28, 2026Country: Algeria
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Algeria’s Luca Zidane doubtful for World Cup after chin and jaw fracture

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. He was substituted after a concussion from a collision with an opponent. Tests confirmed the fracture, and he is expected to miss the rest of the season, potentially longer if surgery is needed. Algeria's World Cup campaign begins on June 16 against Argentina.

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