Elyaz Zidane dodges a question on France and Algeria

Arriving in France last summer, the new Red Star player knows he is eagerly awaited. Zinédine’s son, Elyaz Zidane is

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:29 AM

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Elyaz Zidane declined to commit his international future to either France or Algeria.
The 20-year-old Red Star central defender stated he refuses to put pressure on himself regarding his selection choice.
Zidane has previously represented France across various youth levels, including the U17, U18, U19, and U20 teams.

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Red Star defender Elyaz Zidane has deflected questions regarding whether he will represent France or Algeria at senior international level. The 20-year-old son of Zinédine Zidane addressed the speculation in an interview with Le Parisien, stating that at his age anything is possible and that he refuses to place unnecessary pressure on himself.

Zidane represented France across multiple youth categories, including the U17, U18, U19, and U20 teams. However, he emphasized that his primary objective remains performing on the pitch, continuing his development, and helping Red Star win matches following his move to the club.

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