Zidane’s son, Enzo announce shocking retirement from football, give reasons

Enzo Zidane, the eldest son of football icon Zinedine Zidane, has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 29.

News360 Nigeria reports that Enzo last played for Spanish third-division side Fuenlabrada and is stepping away from the sport to focus on personal matters, including his family and investments.

Enzo, who began his career in Real Madrid’s youth academy, followed in his father’s footsteps but never reached the same heights.

Throughout his career, he played for various clubs across Spain, Switzerland, and Portugal. His decision to retire early allows him to redirect his focus towards life beyond football, emphasizing the importance of family and business ventures.

Sports journalist, Fabrizio Romano, confirmed the news, stating, “Zinedine Zidane’s son Enzo has retired from football at the age of 29, reports @diarioas.

“He last played for Fuenlabrada in the 3rd tier of Spanish football and he wants to focus on private stuff, including his investments. Enzo Zidane has retired from professional football at the age of 29, and will focus on his family and other investments.”

Enzo, the eldest of Zidane’s four sons, had a decade-long career that saw him make 203 appearances, scoring 13 goals and providing 24 assists.

His career included stints with Real Madrid Castilla, Alavés, Lausanne, Rayo Majadahonda, Aves, Almeria, and Rodez Aveyron before concluding with Fuenlabrada, where he made 29 appearances.

His most notable moment came during his single appearance for Real Madrid’s senior team, where he scored on his debut in a 6-1 Copa del Rey victory over Cultural Leonesa.

While Enzo has chosen to leave football behind, his brothers remain active in the sport.

Luca Zidane is currently Eibar’s starting goalkeeper, Theo Zidane plays midfield for Córdoba in the third tier, and the youngest, Elyaz Zidane, recently joined the Real Betis academy and represents France at the U-17 level.