
Eden Hazard is a Belgian former professional footballer widely regarded as one of the most talented and entertaining attackers of his generation. He starred for Lille, Chelsea, and Real Madrid, and captained the Belgium national team.
Eden Michael Walter Lucien Hazard was born on 7 January 1991 in La Louvière, Belgium, and grew up in Braine-le-Comte. He is 35 years old as of 2026. He is Belgian. His parents, Thierry and Carine Hazard, were both footballers at semi-professional level. He is the eldest of four brothers, all of whom played football: Thorgan (who later joined him at Chelsea), Kylian, and Ethan.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Eden Michael Walter Lucien Hazard |
| Profession | Former professional footballer |
| Date of Birth | 7 January 1991 |
| Age | 35 |
| Birthplace | La Louvière, Belgium |
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Friends | Mz Booty |
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Position | Left winger / attacking midfielder |
| Spouse / Partner | Natacha Van Honacker |
| Children | Four sons |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Career
Hazard made his senior debut with Lille in 2007 at age 16. Under manager Rudi Garcia he developed into one of Europe’s brightest young talents, helping Lille win the Ligue 1 title and Coupe de France in 2010–11. He scored 50 goals in 194 appearances for the club.
In 2012 he transferred to Chelsea. Over seven seasons he became one of the Premier League’s outstanding players, winning two Premier League titles (2014–15, 2016–17), two Europa League titles, an FA Cup, and a League Cup. He was named PFA Players’ Player of the Year and FWA Footballer of the Year in 2015, and won Chelsea Player of the Year a record four times. He scored 110 goals in 352 appearances for the club.
In 2019 he joined Real Madrid in a transfer worth up to €150 million. Injuries and fitness issues limited his impact, and he made relatively few appearances. He left the club in June 2023 and announced his retirement from professional football in October 2023 at the age of 32.
Internationally, Hazard earned over 120 caps for Belgium, scoring more than 30 goals. He captained the side and helped them finish third at the 2018 World Cup, where he won the Silver Ball as the tournament’s second-best player. Belgium also reached the top of the FIFA rankings during his captaincy.
Eden Hazard Wife
Eden Hazard is married to Natacha Van Honacker. The couple have four sons. After retiring he settled with his family in the Madrid area of Spain. He has spoken about enjoying a quieter life focused on family, cycling, and occasional charity matches, while remaining involved in commercial and ambassadorial work.
Physical Appearance
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Playing Style | Left-footed, highly skilled dribbler and creator |
| Build | Athletic (during peak years) |
| Notable | Low centre of gravity, exceptional close control and acceleration |
Eden Hazard Net Worth
Estimates of Eden Hazard’s net worth typically range from $80–100 million or higher, based on high earnings at Chelsea and Real Madrid, endorsements (including long-term deals with Nike and others), and post-career commercial activities. Exact figures are private.
Social Media Presence
He remains active on social media (notably Instagram under accounts associated with @hazardeden10), where he shares family moments, cycling activities, and occasional football-related content.
FAQs
How old is Eden Hazard?
Born 7 January 1991 — he is 35 years old
Where is Eden Hazard from?
La Louvière / Braine-le-Comte area, Belgium.











