Zidane’s return official as friendly squad named

ZINEDINE ZIDANE’S shock return to international football was made official yesterday when the Real Madrid star’s name appeared in the France squad for next week’s friendly against the Ivory Coast.

Last week Zidane thrilled his supporters by announcing his comeback months after categorically ruling out a return to the international fray.

The 33-year-old, who has 93 caps and 26 goals for Les Bleus, later disclosed that a visit by a mysterious apparition had helped him make up his mind.