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Eden Hazard’s return to Lille took place according to the rules of the art. The former Chelsea and Real Madrid player was treated to his own hamburger at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
The former Belgian international will be the guest of honor at Sunday’s Ligue 1 clash between Lille and Rennes. The 33-year-old returns to where it all began for him, as he made his debut in French football .
Hazard spent 12 years at Lille, coming out of the academy to make 194 first-team appearances and score 50 goals. He helped Lille win Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France, before joining Premier League giants Chelsea in 2012.
Delicious memories
Hazard won further titles in England, as well as the Europa League and FA Cup, before joining Real Madrid in 2019. The talented striker suffered a dismal failure at the Santiago Bernabéu, leading him to take early retirement in 2023, but Lille still hold him in high esteem.
The French club is doing everything possible for Hazard’s return. Supporters are invited to take advantage of special offers including hamburgers (a strange tribute when you think of a player criticized for his weight gain) and eco-friendly cups. Many will jump at the chance to get some limited edition memorabilia, while hoping to see their team take three points to try to qualify for the Champions League.
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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.
