HAKIM ZIYECH - THE MASTER KEY THAT CAN UNLOCK ANY DEFENSE

- 1st start
- 1st goal
- 1st MOTM

You seriously could not have asked for a better outcome but more than anything it's Ziyech's passing range that was most exquisite to watch. Oppositions beware...

1/7
Coast-To-Coast

One of the key aspects of dismantling opposition defensive shape is with a quick switch of play from one side to another. Ziyech is simply a master at this and this ability will give our game a new dimension.

2/7
The Classic Cut-in

This is one of the reasons we bought Ziyech. To be able to play RW and cut inside with his left. From there the world is in his palm as he is able to see and pick out any movement!

3/7
Magician's Through-Ball

The game is about finding angles. Hakim's ability to drop deep and find gaps between the defense with crazy angles is a proper nightmare for the opposition.

4/7
Low Block Crusher

Against low blocks, it isn't wise to play sideways passing as that's easy to defend. It's wise to go quickly through the middle and then having runners in and around you. Ziyech's quick pass to Kai opens up the low block and from there it's no mercy!

5/7
Watch The Backdoor

This is straight out of the Ajax textbook. This is how Ziyech got a tonne of assists. This play will improve the more Chilwell, CHO, Pulisic play with Ziyech. This play opens up the far post to cut in or lay it off for a midfielder to cash in!

6/7
Turn & Twist

Ziyech doesn't always hug the line when playing as a winger. He tucks in at times which attracts defenders. This allows him to maneuver them open up overlapping space for full-backs. This play led to a penalty!

Burnley have no idea what they are up against!

7/7
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