The friendly match that took place today between Racing Santander and Sporting Gijón witnessed the brilliance of Moroccan star Yasser Al-Zabiri as he scored his first goals wearing his new team’s jersey. This goal confirmed the trust the coach placed in the player and represented a promising start to his career with the Spanish club in preparation for the upcoming season.
Al-Zabiri, who joined Racing Santander on loan, appeared in the starting lineup and led his team to a comfortable three-goal lead in the first half. His personal goal came in the second minute of added time in the first half, capping off a remarkable performance and demonstrating his high scoring ability.
Al-Zabiri’s choice of the Spanish league came after his remarkable performance in the Portuguese league and his desire to play in a football environment that suits his technical style based on skill. The player had previously expressed great confidence in his ability to adapt quickly and showcase his high technical capabilities, especially since the Spanish league suits his playing style much better than the French league, which focuses on physicality and tough challenges.
The young player, whose contract with Rennes extends until the summer of 2029, had joined the French club during the winter transfer window coming from Portugal’s Famalicão in a deal worth 10 million euros. Rennes decided to loan Yasser Al-Zabiri to Santander to give him a greater opportunity for participation and gaining experience.
It is worth noting that Al-Zabiri was one of the key pillars in the national under-20 team, having led his country to win the U-20 World Cup against Argentina, and at that time he won the tournament’s top scorer award, confirming his exceptional talent and scoring instinct since a young age.
