HAKIM ZIYECH NEWS

Makes bench against Forest Ziyech is fit and in the match day squad to face Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Impact Ziyech returns after receiving time off following his fourth place finish with Morocco at the World Cup. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Sunday Ziyech (rest) is expected to be in the squad versus Nottingham Forest on Sunday after manager Graham Potter told reporters, "Both of those guys will be back."

Impact Ziyech helped lead Morocco on its unexpected deep run at the World Cup, starting all seven matches for his team in which he tallied one goal on 10 shots (two on target), one assist, 30 crosses (two accurate) and 11 corners. International performance aside, Ziyech has been used infrequently by Chelsea, starting just once in eight appearances this year and being an unused substitute 10 times.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not back with club yet Ziyech has not yet returned to the club since competing in the World Cup, and he "won't be available" for the club's 27 December tilt with Bournemouth, per Graham Potter.

Impact Ziyech and Mateo Kovacic are the two notable Chelsea holdouts from playing lengthy spells in Qatar, and Potter feels "it's important to give them a little bit of time" to rest and train. Considering Ziyech's absence in tandem with with Kovacic's absence, look for Conor Gallagher and Denis Zakaria to shoulder the midfield load in the near-term.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five crosses in loss Ziyech logged five crosses to create one chance and put two shots off target during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Croatia in the third place game.

Impact Ziyech was exceptionally dangerous on counter-attacks throughout the World Cup but didn't contribute to a goal after the group stage. After starring for the best African run on the biggest stage, Ziyech will hope to earn more playing time than he has at club level for Chelsea in recent seasons.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup predictions: Back Hakim Ziyech shots in Morocco vs Croatia third-place playoff The World Cup draws to a close with Croatia vs Morocco in the third-place playoff on Saturday and Argentina vs France in the big one on Sund...

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • SKY.COM

World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet France-Morocco semifinal

Here's how to bet the France-Morocco match, from the moneyline, draw, Over/Under total odds and expert picks from Jason McIntyre and Doug Mc...

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Seven crosses in loss Ziyech registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat versus France.

Impact Ziyech spent the match peppering the French box, but never found end product for the goal. The winger led his country on an unprecedented run in the World Cup but will head back to Chelsea as more of a bench option. Ziyech and Morocco will play the third-place playoff against Croatia to close out their run at the World Cup.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 odds: Messi new favorite to win Golden Ball, tournament MVP

Lionel Messi is the new favorite to win the Golden Ball award. Patrick Everson takes a look at the new odds, plus the race for the Golden Bo...

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Creates two chances against Portugal Ziyech took a shot and created two chances in Saturday's 1-0 quarterfinal victory against Portugal. He also made a clearance, an interception and won one of one tackles in the matc...

Impact Ziyech hasn't made a decisive impact for Morocco since the group stage, but the team has looked exceptionally solid defensively and are now through to a semifinal clash against France. Ziyech has taken a total of seven shots (two on target) with six chances created at this World Cup.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ziyech has his Morocco redemption - no one doubted his skill but just look at his work ethic Hakim Ziyech was unwanted by Morocco only a few months ago. He is now in a World Cup semi-final and proving his critics wrong

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Morocco's tactical masterplan ignites unlikely World Cup run

Morocco has defied expectations and broken down barriers by becoming the first African country to reach the World Cup semifinals

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Morocco's diaspora in Europe rallies behind World Cup squad

Morocco has the highest proportion of players born overseas for any team playing at the World Cup, with 14 of the 26-man squad born overseas

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet Morocco-Portugal quarterfinals

Here's how to bet the Morocco-Portugal match, from the moneyline, draw, Over/Under total odds and expert pick from Jason McIntyre.

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Has quiet game in win Ziyech made a clearance and two interceptions in Tuesday's 0-0 (3-0 after penalties) victory against Spain in the Round of 16.

Impact Ziyech wasn't as dangerous from the right wing against Spain on Tuesday as he was in the group stage, but he was able to convert a crucial penalty in the shootout and help his side become just the fourth African side to advance to a World Cup quarterfinal.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet Morocco-Spain

Here's how to bet the Morocco-Spain match, from the moneyline, draw, Over/Under total odds and expert pick from Doug McIntyre.

DECEMBER 5, 2022

World Cup Now: How dangerous can Morocco be in Round of 16?

Morocco took down Canada on Thursday 2-1, and will advance to the round of 16. How dangerous can this team be?

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Ziyech helps Moroccans into knockouts for first time since 1986 Morocco defeated Canada 2-1 to seal their place in the knockout stages in emphatic style. Hakim Ziyech set them on their way, seizing on a t...

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Morocco reaches last 16 of World Cup, beats Canada 2-1

Morocco has advanced to the last 16 at the World Cup for only the second time after clinging on for a 2-1 win over Canada

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong form continues Ziyech scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Thursday's 2-1 win versus Canada.

Impact Ziyech scored the second goal during Thursday's win to continue his red-hot group stage. The attacking midfielder has come alive at the World Cup and has scored and assisted in three matches. Ziyech will be hard-pressed to see any of the ball during a round of 16 clash with Spain.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morocco looks to advance in World Cup, Canada hopes for win

Morocco is seeking to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time since 1986

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS