Eden Hazard Reflects on His Time at Real Madrid and Retirement
Eden Hazard, the Belgian forward, joined Real Madrid in 2019, fulfilling his dream of playing for the Spanish giants. Despite facing challenges such as injuries and poor form during his four-year tenure at the club, Hazard looks back on his time at the Bernabeu with pride.
Challenges Faced at Real Madrid
During his time at Real Madrid, Hazard’s impact was limited due to injuries and inconsistent form, leading to just 76 appearances in all competitions before his departure last summer.
Retirement and Return to Soccer
After retiring at the age of 32, Hazard has decided to return to the pitch this summer by joining the World XI at Soccer Aid. He reflects on his time at Real Madrid as a dream come true, despite the challenges he faced.
Memories at Chelsea
Prior to his time at Real Madrid, Hazard enjoyed a successful seven-year spell at Chelsea, where he won multiple titles and created lasting memories. He describes his time at Chelsea as a period of pure happiness and fondly remembers his interactions with teammates and the club.
Life After Football
Currently enjoying his retirement, Hazard stays in shape and remains involved in the football world. While he does not see himself pursuing a career in professional coaching or management, he expresses a desire to guide his children in their football journeys.
Managed by Mauricio Pochettino in the upcoming charity match, Hazard looks forward to reuniting with friends at Stamford Bridge and contributing to a good cause. His focus is on enjoying his retirement while keeping his love for football alive.
For more information and tickets for Soccer Aid for Unicef 2024 on June 9 at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge, visit www.socceraid.org.uk/tickets.