Zidane Antonio Yáñez Alvarado (born 26 January 2008) is a footballer who plays as a striker for Huntsville City, the reserve team of Nashville SC. Born in the United States, he is a Chile youth international.
Early life
He started playing football at the age of three. He played basketball as a child.
Club career
As a youth player, he joined the youth academy of American side New York Red Bulls. In 2021, he joined the youth academy of American side New York City FC. On 3 June 2026, he was loaned out to Huntsville City in the MLS Next Pro.
On 20 July 2026, Yáñez was transferred to Nashville SC and continued with the reserve team, Huntsville City.(MLS NEXT Pro) 9 September 2026.
International career
Yañez was called up to play for the Puerto Rico U15s in 2023. He then switched to play for the Chile U15 at the 2023 South American U-15 Championship. In November 2023, he was called up to a training camp for the United States U16s.
At senior level, Yáñez was called up to the Chile senior team as a guest player for the friendly matches against Canada, United States and Mexico in September and October 2026. He was on the bench in the match against the United States.
Style of play
He mainly operates as a striker. He is known for his ability to create attacking opportunities.
Personal life
He was born to a Puerto Rican mother and Chilean father. He has an older brother. He is named after the French football star Zinedine Zidane.
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