Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Abde Ezzalzouli

How Abde Ezzalzouli built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Abdessamad "Abde" Ezzalzouli, often called Ez Abde, is a Moroccan professional footballer. He currently plays as a winger for Real Betis in La Liga and represents the Morocco national team. Primarily known for his speed, dribbling skills, and attacking prowess on the wing, Abde has quickly become a notable player both at the club and international levels.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2019: Joins Hércules B

In 2019, Ezzalzouli joined Hércules B after being offered a contract by coach Antonio Moreno Domínguez, beginning his senior career with the B-team.

2020: Represents Morocco U-20 at Arab Cup

In 2020, Ezzalzouli represented the Morocco under-20 team at the Arab Cup U-20, scoring two goals in five games.

August 2021: Transferred to Barcelona B

On August 2021, Ezzalzouli transferred to Barcelona B.

October 2021: Professional Debut with Barcelona

On 30 October 2021, Ezzalzouli made his professional debut with Barcelona in a 1–1 La Liga draw with Alavés, becoming the first Moroccan-born player to play for the team.

December 2021: Rejects National Team Invitation

On 20 December 2021, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli rejected Vahid Halilhodžić's invitation to represent Morocco in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, to focus on his club career.

March 2022: Named in Squad for World Cup Qualification

On 17 March 2022, Ezzalzouli was listed in the 26-man squad to face DR Congo in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification.

September 2022: Contract Renewal and Loan to Osasuna

In September 2022, Ezzalzouli renewed his contract with Barcelona and was loaned to Osasuna. He made his first appearance for Osasuna on 4 September.

September 2022: First Match for Morocco

In September 2022, Ezzalzouli was called up to join the Morocco national team and played his first match in a friendly against Chile, which ended in a 2–0 victory.

November 2022: Named in World Cup Squad

On 10 November 2022, Ezzalzouli was named in Morocco's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

2022: International Debut and World Cup Selection

In 2022, Ezzalzouli made his international debut for Morocco and was later chosen for the FIFA World Cup squad.

2022: Copa del Rey Goal

In January 2023, Ezzalzouli scored a goal for Osasuna in the 2022-23 Copa del Rey Quarter-final match.

January 2023: First Goal for Osasuna

On 26 January 2023, Ezzalzouli scored his first goal for Osasuna in a 2–1 victory against Sevilla FC in the 2022–23 Copa del Rey Quarter-final.

June 2023: U-23 Africa Cup of Nations

In June 2023, Ezzalzouli was included in the squad for the 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco. He captained the team, scored three goals and three assists, as Morocco won the title and qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

September 2023: Signs with Real Betis

On 1 September 2023, Ezzalzouli signed a five-year contract with Real Betis. On 9 September 2023, Ezzalzouli made his debut in a 5–0 loss against Barcelona.