Hector Hevel

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Hevel and the second or maternal family name is Serrano.
Hector Hevel
Hevel with ADO Den Haag in 2015
Personal information
Full name Hector Alexander Hevel Serrano
Date of birth (1996-05-15) 15 May 1996
Place of birth Leidschendam, Netherlands
Height 1.71 m (5 ft 7 in)
Position(s) Midfielder
Team information
Current team
 Johor Darul Ta'zim
Number 8
Youth career
–2004 Voorschoten '97
2004–2014 ADO Den Haag
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2014–2017 ADO Den Haag 11 (0)
2017–2020 AEK Larnaca 74 (5)
2020–2023 Andorra 83 (11)
2023–2024 Cartagena 15 (0)
2024–2025 Guangxi Pingguo 28 (4)
2025 Portimonense 13 (0)
2025– Johor Darul Ta'zim 0 (0)
International career‡
2012 Netherlands U16 3 (0)
2015 Netherlands U20 2 (0)
2025– Malaysia 2 (1)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 24 June 2025
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 June 2025

Hector Alexander Hevel Serrano (born 15 May 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Malaysian club Johor Darul Ta'zim.[1] Born in the Netherlands and a former Dutch youth international, he represents the Malaysia national team.[2]

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]

Johor Darul Ta'zim

On 23 June 2025, Hevel was announced as the latest signing for Malaysian Super League side Johor Darul Ta'zim.[8]

International career

In March 2025, it was reported that Hevel had been called up to the Malaysia national team 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.[9][10] The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed his participation in the squad preparing for the third round of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.[11][12]

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.[13] The goal capped off an organised build-up sequence and effective second-ball control.[14][15] 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.[16] He described the debut as one of the most memorable moments of his career and conveyed excitement about contributing to Malaysia’s footballing ambitions.[14] A technical issue during the match resulted in his goal not being recorded in the official video broadcast.[17]

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.[9] 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.[15][18]

Personal life

Born in Netherlands, Hevel is of Malaysian descent through his grandfather, who is originally from Malacca, Malaysia.[19]

Career statistics

Club

As of match played 6 April 2025[20]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
ADO Den Haag 2014–15 Eredivisie 2 0 0 0 — — 2 0
2015–16 3 0 0 0 — — 3 0
2016–17 6 0 2 0 — — 8 0
Total 11 0 2 0 — — 13 0
AEK Larnaca 2016–17 Cypriot First Division 9 2 — — — 9 2
2017–18 25 0 6 2 8 1 — 39 4
2018–19 23 2 4 0 12 0 1 0 40 2
2019–20 17 1 2 1 6 2 — 25 4
Total 74 5 12 3 26 3 1 0 113 11
Andorra 2020–21 Primera División RFEF 14 4 0 0 — 0 0 14 4
2021–22 30 6 2 0 — 1 0 33 6
2022–23 Segunda División 39 1 0 0 — — 39 1
Total 83 11 2 0 — 1 0 86 11
Cartagena 2023–24 Segunda División 15 0 1 0 — — 16 0
Guangxi Pingguo Haliao 2024 China League One 28 4 2 0 — — 30 4
Portimonense 2024–25 Liga Portugal 2 8 0 0 0 — — 8 0
Career total 219 20 19 3 26 3 2 0 256 26

International career

As of match played 25 March 2025

Appearances

National team Year Apps Goals
Malaysia 2025 1 1
Total 1 1

International goals

Scores and results list Malaysia's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Hevel goal.
List of international goals scored by Hector Hevel
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 25 March 2025 Sultan Ibrahim Stadium, Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia    Nepal 1–0 2–0 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualification

Honours

AEK Larnaca

References

  1. ^ Timesport (23 June 2025). "Hevel becomes latest Harimau Malaya star to join JDT". New Straits Times. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  2. ^ Saktesh, S. (14 March 2025). "Heritage player Hector set to join Harimau Malaya". The Star. Star Media Group. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
  3. ^ "Cyprus 2017/18". RSSSF. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
  4. ^ "FC Andorra promoted to Segunda División". Marca. 14 June 2022. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
  5. ^ "Hector Hevel, una zurda de calidad para el centro del campo del Efesé" [Hector Hevel, a left foot of quality for the centre of the midfield of Efesé] (in Spanish). FC Cartagena. 29 June 2023. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
  6. ^ "官方：27岁荷兰中场赫维尔加盟广西平果哈嘹" [Official: 27-year-old Dutch midfielder Hevel joins Guangxi Pingguo Haliao]. dongqiudi.com (in Chinese). 4 January 2024. Retrieved 4 January 2024.
  7. ^ a b Azharie, Farah (14 March 2025). "Portimonense's Serrano to join Harimau Malaya?". New Straits Times. NST. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
  8. ^ Timesport (23 June 2025). "Hevel becomes latest Harimau Malaya star to join JDT". New Straits Times. Retrieved 24 June 2025.
  9. ^ a b Azharie, Farah (20 March 2025). "Harimau Malaya unveil two more foreign-born players". New Straits Times. Retrieved 20 March 2025.
  10. ^ Musa, Muzaffar (19 March 2025). "Selamat datang! Hector Hevel, Gabriel Palmero sah pemain warisan baru Harimau Malaya" [Welcome! Hector Hevel and Gabriel Palmero officially confirmed as Harimau Malaya heritage players]. Stadium Astro (in Malay). Retrieved 20 March 2025.
  11. ^ Adam, Wan (19 March 2025). "Hector Hevel & Gabriel Palmero Turun Ke Sesi Latihan Harimau Malaya" [Hector Hevel and Gabriel Palmero participate in Harimau Malaya training session]. MakanBola (in Malay). Retrieved 20 March 2025.
  12. ^ Muhamad, Mohd. Fitrie (19 March 2025). "Hevel dan Palmero sudah sertai latihan rasmi" [Hevel and Palmero have officially joined training]. Kosmo! (in Malay). Retrieved 20 March 2025.
  13. ^ Hashim, Mohamad Faizal (25 March 2025). "Hector letak Malaysia mendahului Nepal 1-0" [Hector puts Malaysia ahead of Nepal 1-0]. Kosmo! (in Malay). Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  14. ^ a b "Hector Hevel cemerlang debut bersama Harimau Malaya" [Hector Hevel shines on debut with Harimau Malaya]. HarimauMalaya.com.my (in Malay). 26 March 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  15. ^ a b Rajan, K. (26 March 2025). "Hevel 'proud to wear Harimau Malaya jersey' in dream debut". New Straits Times. Retrieved 30 May 2025.
  16. ^ "Kelayakan Piala Asia: Saya mahu berikan segalanya buat negara kita - Hector Hevel" [Asian Cup Qualification: I want to give everything for our country – Hector Hevel]. Astro Awani (in Malay). 26 March 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  17. ^ Hashim, Mohamad Faizal (27 March 2025). "Hector Hevel kecewa gol debut 'hilang'" [Hector Hevel disappointed debut goal ‘missing’]. Kosmo! (in Malay). Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  18. ^ Aznan, Syafiq (26 March 2025). "Hevel plays like Bruno Fernandes, say Harimau Malaya fans". New Straits Times. Retrieved 30 May 2025.
  19. ^ "My Malaysian heritage comes from my grandfather — he's from Melacca". New Straits Times. 6 June 2025.
  20. ^ Hector Hevel at Soccerway
  21. ^ "Cyprus 2017/18". RSSSF. Retrieved 31 May 2022.
  22. ^ "LES RÉSULTATS DU MATCH APOEL - AEK LARNACA, COMPTE, STATISTIQUES, RÉSULTATS". football24.cm. Retrieved 31 May 2022.


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