Ferhan Hasani (Macedonian: Ферхан Хасани; born 18 June 1990), nicknamed Buba, is a Macedonian professional footballer.

Ferhan Hasani
Hasani with KF Shkëndija in 2017
Personal information
Date of birth (1990-06-18) 18 June 1990 (age 34)
Place of birth Tetovo, SR Macedonia,
Yugoslavia
Height 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Position(s) Attacking midfielder
Youth career
1998–2007 Shkëndija
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2010–2012 Shkëndija 42 (18)
2012–2013 VfL Wolfsburg 4 (0)
2013–2015 Brøndby IF 35 (7)
2015–2018 Shkëndija 64 (46)
2018–2019 Al-Ra'ed 24 (2)
2020 HJK 9 (5)
2021 Partizani Tirana 12 (0)
2022–2023 Shkëndija 38 (4)
2023–2024 Helsingør 15 (2)
International career
2006 Macedonia U17
2010–2012 Macedonia U21 13 (3)
2010–2021 North Macedonia 43 (2)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 June 2024
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 May 2023

He made his full international debut on 22 December 2010 against China in a friendly game.[1] He represented the nation at UEFA Euro 2020, their first major tournament.

Personal life

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Hasani was born in Tetovo, North Macedonia to an ethnic Albanian family. As a child, Hasani grew up with the nickname Buba (lit.'bug' or 'beetle') because he was quicker on the ball than his peers.[2] Hasani joined Shkëndija at the age of 8.[2]

Club career

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Shkëndija

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When Shkëndija were in the Macedonian Second League, Hasani got his chance to play for the senior squad when he was 17 years old. In the second of his two seasons with the senior squad, Hasani scored 13 goals in 27 matches, establishing himself as best striker in the team and an important contributor to Shkëndija's championship 2010–11 season, earning Shkëndija promotion to the Macedonian First League.[2] He became a fan favourite by scoring a goal from a free kick against rivals FK Vardar[2] in the final game of the season. During the half time of the game against Metalurg, Hasani was presented as the best player of the season.[2]

There was some speculation that Croatian club Hajduk Split and German club VfL Wolfsburg,[3] were interested in signing the striker, as well as Dutch side FC Groningen and Gent of Belgium. However, Hasani remained at Shkendija for the first half of the new season. The season started well until he suffered an injury that kept him out of the squad until the latter half of the year. Hasani contributed five goals and eight assists for his club that season before leaving in the winter break.[4]

VfL Wolfsburg

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On 16 December 2011, Hasani agreed to a three-year deal with Wolfsburg and joined the German club immediately after the New Year.[4][5][6] Wolfsburg manager, Felix Magath, stated that new acquisitions Hasani and Slobodan Medojević were "two young players who have played exceptionally well in their respective leagues and are talents from whose we expect to be great players".[7]

On 30 September 2012, Hasani made his debut for Wolfsburg, coming on in the 45th minute against Mainz 05.

During the 2012–13 season's winter transfer period, Hasani received interest from Croatian club Dinamo Zagreb. It was reported that Wolfsburg and Dinamo have agreed terms and all that remains is a medical test on 25 January.[8][9] Dinamo coach Kruno Jurčić stated "He is a winger who can play on both sides and he's the kind of player we need. I've seen him when I was working for Croatia national team and was scouting Macedonia so when an opportunity came to sign him we didn't hesitate".[9] But the transfer failed.

With the Wolfsburg squad being reduced and not receiving much match time, Hasani planned to leave in the summer, with possible interests from Dynamo Dresden and Brøndby.[10]

Brøndby IF

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2013–14 season

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On 2 September 2013, Hasani decided to join Brøndby IF. According to Danish media the transfer fee was €260K. He signed a two-year contract and was presented the jersey number 22.[11] Hasani debuted on 15 September 2013 and scored his first goal after only two minutes of play, as he became matchwinner with a goal in the 65th minute against Odense Boldklub.[12]

2014–15 season

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After a successful pre-season, in which he scored against Liverpool,[13] Hasani succumbed to injury missing out on the beginning of the season.

On 7 December, Hasani returned and Brøndby defeated Silkeborg IF 1–0. Hasani scored the goal on what was the 50th anniversary of Brøndby.[citation needed] Ferhan had a successful season with Brøndby reaching third in the Superliga.

Return to Shkëndija

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In the 2017–18 season, Ferhan led Shkëndija to winning the league and cup. He scored 22 goals in 27 matches and made 15 assists. With his contract over and achieve all trophies in the league, it is suspected that Ferhan will leave, with interest from Galatasaray.[14]

Al-Ra'ed

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On 17 August 2018, Hasani agreed to terms with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ra'ed.[15]

On 18 October 2019, HJK announced the signing of Hasani on a one-year contract.[16]

Partizani Tirana

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On 26 January 2021, he signed for FK Partizani.

Second return to Shkëndija

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On 6 January 2022, he returned to Shkëndija once again.[17]

FC Helsingør

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On 2 June 2023, Hassani joined Danish 1st Division side FC Helsingør on a two-year contract[18] After the club was relegated to the 2024-25 Danish 2nd Division, it was announced in August 2024 that Hasani had left the club.[19]

International career

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Hasani made his full international debut on 22 December 2010 against China in a friendly match.[20] At the end of the football season, Hasani was called up to the Macedonian squad for the upcoming fixture with Ireland for the UEFA Euro 2012 qualifiers. He came on as a substitute in the tenth minute and Macedonia went on to lose 0–2 to Ireland.[21] With Macedonia effectively out of the qualifications of the UEFA Euro 2012, Hasani was called to play for the Under-21s team against Serbia for the UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship qualifiers. Hasani was crucial as he scored for Macedonia, resulting in a 1–1 draw.[22]

On 29 February 2012, Hasani scored his first goal in an away friendly against Luxembourg as Macedonia suffered a 1–2 defeat.[23]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of 11 June 2024.[24]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Shkëndija 2010–11 Macedonian First League 28 13 28 13
2011–12 Macedonian First League 14 5 0 0 2[b] 0 1[c] 0 17 5
Total 42 18 0 0 2 0 1 0 45 18
VfL Wolfsburg 2012–13 Bundesliga 4 0 0 0 4 0
Brøndby 2013–14 Danish Superliga 19 4 0 0 0 0 19 4
2014–15 Danish Superliga 16 3 0 0 1[d] 0 17 3
Total 35 7 0 0 1 0 0 0 36 7
Shkëndija 2015–16 Macedonian First League 11 12 1 0 2[d] 0 14 12
2016–17 Macedonian First League 27 12 4 1 8[d] 2 39 15
2017–18 Macedonian First League 27 22 3 0 8[d] 3 38 25
Total 65 46 8 1 18 5 0 0 91 52
Al-Ra'ed 2018–19 Saudi Pro League 24 2 2 1 26 3
2019–20 Saudi Pro League 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 24 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 26 3
HJK Helsinki 2020 Veikkausliiga 9 5 6 2 0 0 15 7
Partizani Tirana 2020–21 Kategoria Superiore 12 0 12 0
Shkëndija 2021–22 Macedonian First League 13 2 13 2
2022–23 Macedonian First League 25 2 6[e] 2 31 4
Total 38 4 0 0 6 2 0 0 44 6
Helsingør 2023–24 Danish 1st Division 15 2 1 1 16 3
Career total 244 86 17 5 27 7 1 0 289 98

International

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As of 9 October 2016[25]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
North Macedonia
2010 1 0
2011 5 0
2012 8 1
2013 4 0
2014 1 0
2015 4 0
2016 3 1
Total 26 2

International goals

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As of match played 9 October 2016[26]
Scores and results list North Macedonia's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Hasani goal.
List of international goals scored by Ferhan Hasani
No. Date Venue Cap Opponent Score Result Competition Ref.
1 29 February 2012 Stade Josy Barthel, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg 7   Luxembourg 1–0 1–2 Friendly [23]
2 9 October 2016 Philip II Arena, Skopje, Macedonia 26   Italy 2–1 2–3 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification [27][28]

Honours

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Shkendija

HJK Helsinki[24]

Individual

References

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  1. ^ "Ferhan Hasani expected to join Gent". Macedonianfootball.com. 29 July 2010.
  2. ^ a b c d e "Ferhan Hasani – best player in 2010/11". Retrieved 8 June 2011.
  3. ^ "Шкендија стартуваше некомплетна" (in Macedonian). 12 June 2011. Archived from the original on 23 March 2012. Retrieved 14 June 2011.
  4. ^ a b Mau, Daniel; Ehlert, Felix (16 December 2011). "Mazedonier Hasani bringt sich beim VfL ins Gespräch" (in German). Archived from the original on 5 September 2012. Retrieved 18 December 2011.
  5. ^ "Ferhan Hasani reaches agreement with Wolfsburg". 16 December 2011. Retrieved 14 July 2013.
  6. ^ "Tričkovski, Hasani honoured in FYROM". UEFA.com. 24 December 2011. Retrieved 14 July 2013.
  7. ^ "Wolfsburg signs prospects from Serbia, Macedonia". CNN. 2 January 2012. Archived from the original on 4 February 2012. Retrieved 14 July 2013.
  8. ^ Majdak, Matij (20 January 2013). "Dolazi iz Wolfsburga: Ferhan Hasani novi je igrač Dinama..." (in Croatian). Retrieved 14 July 2013.
  9. ^ a b "Hasani inches from signing for Dinamo, only medical left". Archived from the original on 24 January 2013. Retrieved 21 January 2013.
  10. ^ Zlateski, Aleksandar (2 September 2013). "Hasani in talks with Brøndby, Dynamo Dresden". MacedonianFootball.com. Retrieved 16 September 2013.
  11. ^ "Ferhan Hasani signs with Brøndby IF" (in Danish). www.brondby.com. 4 September 2013. Archived from the original on 6 September 2013. Retrieved 4 September 2013.
  12. ^ Pedersen, Kim Damsgaard (16 September 2013). "Debutant bag Brøndbys første sæsonsejr" (in Danish). tipsbladet. Retrieved 16 September 2013.
  13. ^ "Ferhan Hasani scores superb solo goal to hand Brøndby pre-season friendly victory over Liverpool". 16 July 2014. Retrieved 13 December 2014.
  14. ^ "Ferhan Hasani Galatasaray için mi geldi?". Retrieved 5 June 2018.
  15. ^ "Hasani continues in Saudi Arabia". 17 August 2018. Retrieved 17 August 2018.
  16. ^ "Ferhan Hasani Klubiin". hjk.fi/ (in Finnish). Helsingin Jalkapalloklubi. 18 October 2019. Retrieved 28 October 2019.
  17. ^ "YRTARE: FERHAN HASANI RIKTHEHET NË KLUBIN E TIJ TË ZEMRËS" (in Albanian). Shkëndija. 6 January 2022. Retrieved 18 January 2022.
  18. ^ "FC Helsingør henter stærk midtbanegeneral fra Nordmakedonien - FC Helsingør". 2 June 2023.
  19. ^ Afslører: Ferhan Hasani er færdig i dansk klub, tipsbladet.dk, 26 August 2024
  20. ^ Zdraveski, Filip (5 June 2011). "CHN – MKD match report". MacedonianFootball.com. Retrieved 5 June 2011.
  21. ^ Zlateski, Aleksandar (5 June 2011). "Player Ratings: Macedonia – Ireland 0:2". Retrieved 8 June 2011.
  22. ^ Zlateski, Aleksandar (8 October 2011). "Macedonia U21 – Serbia U21 1:1". Retrieved 16 December 2011.
  23. ^ a b "Maurice Deville fait couler la Macédoine". Luxemburger Wort (in French). 29 February 2012. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
  24. ^ a b Ferhan Hasani at Soccerway
  25. ^ "Hasani, Ferhan". National Football Teams. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
  26. ^ "Ferhan Hasani". European Football. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
  27. ^ "Ciro Immobile brace leads Italy fightback against Macedonia". ESPN FC. Entertainment and Sports Programming Network. 9 October 2016. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
  28. ^ "Ferhan Hasani's goal against Italy" on YouTube
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