Yassir Zabiri has been named La Liga U23 Player of the Month for September, adding another major milestone to an outstanding start to the season in Spain.
The award comes after the young Moroccan emerged as one of Racing Santander’s standout performers, producing a remarkable scoring record and quickly establishing himself among the most exciting young players in the Spanish league.
A Remarkable September in Spain
The recognition came after the forward was shortlisted alongside several highly regarded young talents, including Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí, Sevilla midfielder Miguel Sierra, Villarreal’s Alberto Moleiro, and Yoel Lago of Celta Vigo.
However, his numbers throughout the month made a strong case for the award.
Across six league appearances, he scored six goals, underlining just how quickly he has adapted to Spanish football since arriving at Racing Santander.
Six Goals in Six Matches
The Moroccan has been one of the most productive players for his club during the opening weeks of the campaign.
Finding the net in each of his six appearances has given him an impressive scoring rate and made him an increasingly important figure in Racing’s attack.
His performances have also helped raise his profile beyond the club, with his form attracting attention across the Spanish league and earning recognition from Morocco's senior national team.
From Racing to the Atlas Lions
The strong start to his club campaign also earned the forward his first call-up to Morocco’s senior national team.
Mohamed Ouahbi included him in the squad for the September international window, giving the youngster the opportunity to train alongside established Atlas Lions and experience senior international football.
He was then handed a starting role against Gabon in Morocco’s opening AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign, marking another significant step in his rapid rise.
A New Chapter in Spain
The 20-year-old joined Racing Santander on a season-long loan from French club Rennes during the summer transfer window.
The move has provided him with an important platform to gain regular first-team football, and his performances so far suggest that the decision is already paying dividends.
From earning consistent minutes to becoming a reliable source of goals, his first months in Spain have transformed him into one of the players to watch in the early stages of the season.
A Breakthrough Season Taking Shape
Winning the La Liga U23 Player of the Month award for September adds another achievement to what has already been a memorable period.
With six goals in six league matches and a first senior Morocco call-up already secured, the Moroccan forward has made a rapid transition from promising talent to an increasingly important player at both club and international level.
The challenge now will be to maintain that consistency as the season progresses and continue building on one of the most impressive starts of his young career.