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Muhammad Zaki

News editor

His love for football was rooted in Chelsea, specifically when he was captivated by Gianfranco Zola—not only for his magic on the field but also because the legend's name sounded so pleasant to his ears. A few years later, the 2002 World Cup introduced him to Oliver Kahn, the goalkeeper who became Zaki's second love in football, even though Germany went home empty-handed at that time.

The most memorable moment for Zaki happened much closer to home: standing in the south stands of Maguwoharjo, witnessing PSS Sleman lift the 2013 First Division trophy. The euphoria of victory turned bitter as dualism prevented Si Elang Jawa from being promoted.

Zaki's areas of expertise at GOAL include:

  • Analysis of European football tactics, including the Premier League and Champions League
  • Coverage of player transfer news & club financial regulation dynamics
  • International football editorials: player biographies, legend stories, and hidden young talents
  • Player rating & performance assessment with both analytical and narrative approaches

Zaki's All-Time XI (4-2-3-1)

Oliver Kahn; Cafu, John Terry, Franz Beckenbauer, Paolo Maldini; Xavi Hernandez, Claude Makelele; Lionel Messi, Eric Cantona, Eden Hazard; Marco van Basten

Articles by Muhammad Zaki
  1. 'Don’t want to work anymore!' - City flop makes 'money grabber' admission after Saudi move

    Former Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has offered a remarkably candid explanation for his summer move to Saudi Arabia, admitting that the lure of life-changing money was the primary factor. The Netherlands international swapped the Etihad Stadium for Al-Qadsiah in a £52 million deal just one season after arriving in the Premier League from AC Milan.

  2. Robertson opens up on the impact of Jota's tragic death on Liverpool squad

    Former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has provided a heartbreaking insight into the emotional turmoil that engulfed Anfield following the tragic passing of Diogo Jota in 2025. The Tottenham defender revealed that the squad’s mental state was so severely impacted that the sport itself became an afterthought during a period he described as truly 'horrendous' for everyone involved.

  1. Lineker slams 'shambles' Utd and 'unpleasant' Ratcliffe

    Gary Lineker has delivered a blistering assessment of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s impact at Manchester United, describing the INEOS chief as an "unpleasant human being." The former England striker suggested that the club has descended into a "shambles" since the billionaire took over football operations at Old Trafford, sarcastically congratulating the Glazers on "finding someone even worse than them".

  2. 'It's better here!' - Chelsea flop told Camara to snub Blues transfer

    Former Chelsea midfielder Denis Zakaria has revealed that he actively encouraged Lamine Camara to turn down a high-profile move to Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window. The Monaco star emerged as a primary target for the Blues as they searched for a replacement for Enzo Fernandez, but a deal famously collapsed at the final hour. However, the Blues are expected to return for the Senegal international in January, with Premier League rivals Liverpool also monitoring his situation.