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In the international arena, he has accumulated over 90 caps with several key goals and assists contributing to Poland's national efforts.\n\n## Records\nZieliński achieved a personal milestone by becoming one of the top Polish goal-scorers in Serie A history and played a crucial role in breaking Napoli's long-standing Serie A title drought.","notable_achievements":"\n## Achievements\n### Team Achievements\n- **Napoli**: \n - Serie A: 2022–23 \n - Coppa Italia: 2019–20\n\n### Individual Achievements\n- **Polish Footballer of the Year**: 2023\n\n## Awards and Recognition\nAcknowledged as one of Poland's greatest footballers, Zieliński won the Polish Footballer of the Year award in 2023, edging out renowned players like Robert Lewandowski, reflecting his impact on the field and recognition in his home country.","impact_on_sport":"\n## Career Overview\nZieliński's career is marked by significant contributions to both club and country. 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Piotr Sebastian Zieliński is a highly regarded Polish professional footballer known for his versatility, precision passing, dribbling, and endurance. Currently playing as a midfielder for Serie A club Inter Milan and the Poland national team, Zieliński is celebrated as one of the best midfielders of his generation. His career is highlighted by a successful tenure at Napoli, where he won the Coppa Italia and played a key role in clinching the club's first Serie A title in 33 years.

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Early Years

Piotr Sebastian Zieliński was born on 20 May 1994 in Poland. Growing up in Ząbkowice Śląskie, he was immersed in the world of football from a young age, largely influenced by his family, particularly his father who coached him during his initial years. Zieliński's early environment was supportive of his burgeoning interest in the sport, which was evident in his formative years.

Youth Career

Zieliński's journey in football began at the local club, Orzeł Ząbkowice Śląskie, where he gained his first formal training under his father's guidance. As an early teen, he was recognized for his potential and moved to Zagłębie Lubin at the age of 14, despite interest from top clubs such as Bayer Leverkusen and Liverpool. During this period, he refined his skills in the Młoda Ekstraklasa League and was called up to the Poland national under-17 team, marking the start of his future in competitive football.

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Club Career

Zieliński commenced his senior career at Udinese in the 2012 season, quickly adapting to the competitive nature of Serie A. After gaining experience, he joined Empoli on loan in 2014, where he notched up notable statistics with 30 appearances and 3 assists in his first season. Showing impressive development, he spent another season on loan at Empoli and contributed 5 goals and 3 assists in 37 matches.

In 2016, Napoli secured Zieliński for €16 million. Here, he flourished, becoming an integral part of the squad and accumulating 364 appearances, 51 goals, and 46 assists during his stay. His efforts led to Napoli winning the Coppa Italia in the 2019-2020 season and a historic Serie A title in 2022-2023. In July 2024, he transitioned to Inter Milan as a free agent, and soon made headlines by scoring his first goals for Inter in a high-stakes Derby d'Italia match against Juventus.

National Team Career

Youth National Teams

Zieliński's international escapades began at the youth level where his performances earned recognition and appreciation, culminating in appearances for the U17 and U21 teams.

Senior National Team

Since debuting for the Poland senior national team in June 2013, Zieliński has been a pivotal figure, earning over 90 caps. He participated in major tournaments such as UEFA Euro 2016, where Poland reached the quarter-finals, the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups, as well as UEFA Euros 2020 and 2024. Notably, his performances earned him the title of Polish Footballer of the Year in 2023.

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Player Characteristics

Zieliński is primarily positioned as a left-sided midfielder but is versatile enough to adapt to various midfield roles. His game is characterized by exceptional ball control, precise passing, and the ability to maneuver through tight spaces. Notably, he is ambidextrous, a skill honed from childhood, which adds a unique edge to his play. His strategic game reading and consistent performance were central to Napoli's midfield strength during his tenure.

Performance Statistics

Throughout his illustrious club career, Zieliński has made numerous significant contributions with 364 club matches for Napoli, scoring 51 goals and providing 46 assists. In the international arena, he has accumulated over 90 caps with several key goals and assists contributing to Poland's national efforts.

Records

Zieliński achieved a personal milestone by becoming one of the top Polish goal-scorers in Serie A history and played a crucial role in breaking Napoli's long-standing Serie A title drought.

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Achievements

Team Achievements

Napoli:
- Serie A: 2022–23
- Coppa Italia: 2019–20
\n

Individual Achievements

Polish Footballer of the Year: 2023

Awards and Recognition

Acknowledged as one of Poland's greatest footballers, Zieliński won the Polish Footballer of the Year award in 2023, edging out renowned players like Robert Lewandowski, reflecting his impact on the field and recognition in his home country.

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Career Overview

Zieliński's career is marked by significant contributions to both club and country. His talents have been instrumental in some of Napoli's most successful seasons, emphatically highlighted by the 2022–23 Serie A title.

Off the Field

Beyond football, Zieliński is active in charitable pursuits, notably establishing two children's homes in Lower Silesia. He also holds an Italian citizenship and maintains a positive public image.

Personal Life

Raised in a football-centric family, Zieliński shares his passion for the sport with his brothers, who are also professional footballers. Married to Laura Słowiak, the couple has a son, Maksymilian. His contributions to society have been acknowledged with accolades such as the Father Albert Medal for his philanthropic efforts.

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Transfer	Goal	Assists
Inter July 2024 - Now	2	3
Poland January 2013 - Now	2	2

Piotr Zieliński: Career