Hakim Ziyech
Moroccan footballer with Chelsea F.C.
Moroccan footballer with Chelsea F.C.
Born in 1993, a professional footballer played as an attacking midfielder. Developed skills at Heerenveen and Twente in the Netherlands. Joined Ajax in 2016, contributing significantly to the team's success in the Eredivisie and reaching the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in 2019. Secured a transfer to Chelsea F.C. in 2020, playing a key role in the team’s 2021 UEFA Champions League victory. Represented the Moroccan national team in several international tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup.
Won the UEFA Champions League with Chelsea in 2021
Reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League with Ajax in 2019
Played a significant role in Ajax winning the Eredivisie
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