Laurent Blanc, the coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), sees common traits between Zlatan Ibrahimovic and one of the football legends, Zinedine Zidane. According to Blanc, both players are considered football icons, each having left a significant impact on the sport.
Blanc, who was speaking ahead of a friendly match against Real Madrid, emphasized the importance of Zlatan Ibrahimovic to PSG and the enthusiasm he generates in Sweden as a Swedish football icon. Comparing him to Zinedine Zidane, a 1998 World Cup champion and renowned French footballer, Blanc highlighted the status of both players in the football world.
Blanc also expressed his admiration for Zidane’s quality of play, mentioning that during his playing career, he preferred being on the same team as Zidane rather than playing against him. The coach conveyed his pleasure in meeting Zidane both on and off the field, emphasizing the positive impact these football legends have had on the sport.
