A new era in Manchester United in the hands of Erik ten Hag has made an impressive start to his pre-season tour.
From the first two games to warm up under the supervision of the Dutch team, the Red Devils crushed Liverpool in a red-hot game in Bangkok. 4-0 followed by defeating Melbourne Victory, the Kangaroo League team with a score of 4-1.
Of course, there are many demonic players who have performed well in these two games. And one of them must have Zidane Iqbal included.
when it’s like this We therefore deserve to get to know Zidane Amar Iqbal more because we are sure that next season we will see the 19-year-old midfielder playing in the ring more often.
– First Southeast Asian player to play for Manchester United
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December 8, 2021 is the day Iqbal will never be forgotten as he made his debut for the Red Devils’ first team under Ralph Rangnick.
And more importantly, it was a Champions League game where Manchester United drew 1-1 with Young Boys in front of 73,156 witnesses, despite the youngster coming on as a substitute in the 89th minute, replacing Jesse Li. card
Not only did he start his first game for the Red Devils at the age of 18 years, 7 months, 11 days, but even more importantly, Iqbal made history as a player from South East Asia. The first to play for the famous Old Trafford team.
Even following that, Iqbal will not play for the club’s first team once more. But in the pre-season tour He made a full appearance in both the Reds and the Melbourne Victory match, where he showed off his stance with Zidane’s stance.
“It was my first tour with the first team. And I’m really excited.” Iqbal admits following the big game, Red Machine
“It was a great start to beat Liverpool and I would like to thank the coach for believing in me.”
– Too good to have to play as an outpost
For those who knew him well from the start It shouldn’t be a surprise that Iqbal will have today.
“Man City and Liverpool are monitoring him closely. He has a plethora of abilities. I remember in a tournament of six people. We have to remove him. He’s so good that it seems like it’s unfair to the opposing team. And sometimes we have to have him play as a goalkeeper.” Stewart Hamer, his first coach at Chelsea, remembers.
But Iqbal eventually opted to join United at the age of nine because he was born just two miles away from Old Trafford and he recently extended his contract with the club. until 2025
“Hopefully it’s just the beginning.” hTamer added following seeing students love their debut in a duel game with Young Boys.
As for Iqbal, who is the club’s 241st academy player to make his debut with the first team, said: “I grew up supporting this club. Making his debut in the cup The Champions League for Manchester United at Old Trafford is such an incredible honor.”
– Has Mesut Ozil as an idol
Despite having the same name as Zinedine Zidane, he also plays in the same position as the former France captain.
But when asked if any of the players inspired him, it was Iqbal’s, not a French football legend.
“I’m watching Mesut Ozil because he is a Muslim like me.” The jewel of Manchester United
– What kind of people are you?
Just the name already indicates his origin.
Zidane Amar Iqbal was born in England, but his father is Pakistani while his mother is Iraqi.
“I grew up in Manchester my entire life, so I can say that I’m proud to be a Mancunian.” Iqbal said
but at the same time I am proud of my ethnicity. I’m proud to be British, Pakistani and Iraqi.”
Of course, Iqbal might choose to serve for Pakistan or England, but he eventually decided to represent Iraq and made his debut in the official game in the 1-0 defeat to Iran on 27 January. .2022, where he played in the last eight minutes.
“I feel it was the right decision in my career.”
“It’s an honor to represent Iraq, my family is proud of me. And I feel that playing a World Cup qualifier is a huge step forward in my career.” ehKaban said despite missing out on the 2022 World Cup final
– What position do you like the most?
After signing a new contract last month, the 19-year-old has increased his involvement with the club. He was also highly praised for his victory over Melbourne Victory, where he started the second half in place of Scott McTominay as a win once morest Liverpool.
Changing 10 teams in the second half of Ten Hag resulted in Iqbal coordinating with Charlie Savage (substituting Fred 46th minute), son of former Red Devils star Robbie Savage. which has never played for the first team of the club And he showed the confidence to take the ball forward.
Nonetheless, he insists he is available to play in any position the Dutch boss deems fit.
“I don’t care where I have to play. Whether it’s the number 10 or the wing, it depends on where the manager asks me to play.” Iqbal told the media
“When I was young I was active as number 10, but over time You will adapt to many roles. whether on the wings or anywhere on the field I don’t care as long as I’m still playing for the team.”
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