Luca Zidane receives defense from former goalkeeper Nassim Oussrir

Former Algerian goalkeeper Nassim Oussrir has defended Luca Zidane following criticism directed at the player during the 2026 World Cup. Zidane, the eldest son of Zinedine Zidane, faced scrutiny for errors during the tournament, which led to him losing his starting position during a group stage match against Austria.

Oussrir argued that a goalkeeper should not be judged solely on a single performance and highlighted Zidane’s professional background, noting his training at Real Madrid and his ability to compete at a high level in the Spanish second division with Leganés. Oussrir emphasized that the level of competition in Spain is high and that Zidane’s presence in professional football is a result of his skill rather than chance.