Theo Zidane Shines as Rising Star at Cordoba

Theo Zidane, the 22-year-old son of football legend Zinedine Zidane, is making headlines with his standout performances for Cordoba in Spain's Segunda Division. After a slow start to the season, Theo has cemented his place as a vital player under manager Ivan Ania.

So far this season, Theo has played 840 minutes in 17 matches out of Cordoba's 19 games. His pivotal moment came in the match against Castellon when he entered the pitch with his team trailing 2-0. Theo’s control of the midfield helped Cordoba recover and secure a 2-2 draw, earning him the manager’s trust.

The road to success has not been easy for Theo. Early in the season, sections of Cordoba’s fans were impatient with his performances, demanding immediate results. He missed several scoring opportunities and was even sent off in a match against Granada for a failed acrobatic attempt, an incident that occurred in front of his father, Zinedine Zidane, who was in the stadium.

Manager Ivan Ania experimented with Theo in multiple positions. Initially tested as a central midfielder and playmaker, Theo found his rhythm as a defensive midfielder alongside Isma Ruiz. His performances improved, scoring important goals against Saragossa and Castellon.

Despite temporary benching against Almeria and Sporting, Theo returned to the starting lineup against Tenerife, where his presence significantly benefited the team. In the subsequent match against Levante, Theo scored Cordoba’s opening goal, further solidifying his importance to the squad.

Theo Zidane’s resurgence is a testament to his perseverance and growing quality as a midfielder. As Cordoba pushes for promotion, Theo’s contributions will be crucial in the coming months.