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Hector Hevel
Malaysian footballer (born 1996) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Hector Alexander Hevel Serrano (born 15 May 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Portuguese club Portimonense.[1] Born in the Netherlands and a former Dutch youth international, he represents the Malaysia national team.[2]
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Club career
AEK Larnaca
In January 2017, Hevel signed with Cypriot First Division club AEK Larnaca, where he played 74 league matches and scored five goals over three and a half seasons. During his tenure, he contributed to the team's success in winning the 2017–18 Cypriot Cup and the 2018 Cypriot Super Cup.[3]
FC Andorra
In October 2020, Hevel joined FC Andorra, competing in Spain's Segunda División B. He played a pivotal role in the team's promotion to the Segunda División in the 2021–22 season, making 83 league appearances and netting 11 goals during his time with the club.[4]
FC Cartagena
In June 2023 Hevel signed a contract with fellow Spanish Segunda División side FC Cartagena, where he made 15 league appearances.[5]
Guangxi Pingguo Haliao
On 4 January 2024, Hevel signed with China League One club Guangxi Pingguo Haliao.[6]
Portimonense
As of February 2025, Hevel signed with Portuguese club Portimonense S.C., where he has made six appearances in the Liga Portugal 2.[7]
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International career
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In March 2025, it was reported that Hevel had been called up to the Malaysia national team as a heritage player, due to his eligibility through descent. His club Portimonense announced his call-up on social media, indicating that he would join the Malaysia squad for the upcoming international fixtures.[7]
On 19 March 2025, Hevel officially joined the national training camp in Johor Bahru alongside fellow heritage player Gabriel Palmero.[8][9] The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed his participation in the squad preparing for the third round of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.[10][11]
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Hevel made his international debut for Malaysia on 25 March 2025 in a 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualification match against Nepal, held at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri. He started as a central midfielder and scored the opening goal in the 29th minute, a deflected long-range strike that gave Malaysia a 1–0 lead in the first half.[12] The goal capped off an organised build-up sequence and effective second-ball control.[13][14] Hevel expressed gratitude for the support from teammates and coaching staff, stating that the short acclimatisation period required him to quickly adapt through active communication and training-ground collaboration.[15] He described the debut as one of the most memorable moments of his career and conveyed excitement about contributing to Malaysia’s footballing ambitions.[13] A technical issue during the match resulted in his goal not being recorded in the official video broadcast.[16]
Style of play
Hevel is recognised for his technical proficiency and positional versatility in midfield. Capable of operating in both central and attacking roles, he contributes to ball distribution, build-up play, and transitional phases. His style of play is marked by spatial awareness, accurate passing, and tactical intelligence.[8] Following his international debut for Malaysia in March 2025, local media noted his composure, effective distribution, and involvement in attacking build-up. His performance also drew comparisons among supporters to the playing style of Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, particularly for his creativity and control in the attacking third.[14][17]
Career statistics
Club
- As of match played 6 April 2025[18]
International career
- As of match played 25 March 2025
Appearances
International goals
- Scores and results list Malaysia's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Hevel goal.
Honours
AEK Larnaca
Personal life
Hevel is of Dutch, Spanish, and Malaysian descent through his parents.[21]
References
External links
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