Zidane Yañez

Zidane Antonio Yáñez Alvarado (born 26 January 2008) is a footballer who plays as a striker for 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 20 July 2026, Yáñez was transferred to Nashville SC.

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.

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.