• When Hazard arrived at Stamford Bridge, it felt like the start of a love story.
  • Eden Hazard wasn’t just a footballer; he was a feeling.

As retired Belgian footballer Eden Hazard took his well-deserved place in the Premier League Hall of Fame on October 29, 2025, it’s hard not to feel a wave of nostalgia.

From 2012 to 2019, Chelsea fans witnessed something extraordinary, a player who didn’t just play football, but painted it in color.

When Hazard arrived at Stamford Bridge, it felt like the beginning of a love story. He wasn’t just about goals or assists; he was about joy. Every touch, every dribble, every smile brought fans to their feet. Defenders dreaded him. Fans adored him.

Under Jose Mourinho, Hazard reached new heights. The 2014–15 season was his masterpiece crowned Premier League Player of the Season, he led Chelsea to the title with flair and finesse.

And who could forget that solo goal against Arsenal in February 2017 a moment of pure magic as he weaved through defenders like they weren’t even there?

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When it came time to say goodbye, he did it in style: two goals and an assist in the 2019 Europa League final, again against Arsenal. A parting gift from a true artist.

Hazard’s legacy in England never faded. During his Premier League years, he was consistently among the top for dribbles completed and fouls drawn. He didn’t just beat defenders he made them dizzy.

For Chelsea fans, he’ll always be the “humble star” tough enough to take the hits, graceful enough to make it all look effortless. He gave us trophies, yes but more importantly, he gave us memories.

Eden Hazard wasn’t just a footballer. He was a feeling.

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