Yassir Zabiri scores ninth La Liga goal of the season against Malaga

Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri continued his impressive goalscoring form in Spain after finding the net against Malaga on Saturday, taking his tally to nine goals in 12 La Liga appearances this season.

The 21-year-old was on target during the 12th round of league fixtures for Racing Santander, further underlining his importance to the Spanish side with another impressive attacking display.

Zabiri has enjoyed a productive campaign since the start of the season, establishing himself as one of Racing Santander’s leading attacking threats. His return of nine goals from 12 matches highlights his consistency in front of goal and his growing influence in the team.

The goal against Malaga adds to an impressive scoring record that includes several standout performances against Spanish opposition.

The Moroccan international previously scored a hat-trick against Elche before following it up with a brace against Alavés. He has also found the net in matches against Barcelona and Valencia, demonstrating his ability to deliver against some of the notable teams in Spanish football.

His latest contribution takes his league tally to nine goals, making him one of the forwards attracting attention with his performances this season.

Zabiri continues impressive rise in Spain

The forward’s development has been encouraging since moving to Spanish football, where his finishing ability has become a major part of his game.

Zabiri developed his footballing skills in Morocco before gaining wider recognition on the international stage. He was a member of the Morocco Under-20 team that won the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, a success that further strengthened his reputation as one of the country’s promising young players.

His performances in Spain also represent a positive chapter in his career following a less convincing spell at French club Stade Rennais.

The 21-year-old appears to have found an environment that suits his attacking qualities, with his goalscoring numbers reflecting the progress he has made since joining Racing Santander.

His ability to find the net regularly has made him an important figure for the Spanish club, while his performances continue to attract attention.

With nine goals already recorded in 12 league appearances, Zabiri will be looking to maintain his current form and build on an impressive start to the campaign.

For the Moroccan forward, the latest strike against Malaga represents another step forward as he continues to establish himself in Spanish football.