New Belgium Captain Eden Hazard Distances Himself From Copying John Terry's Style of Leadership

Newly appointed Belgium captain Eden Hazard has revealed what kind of leader he intends to be, but has distanced himself from copying Chelsea Skipper John Terry's style of leadership.

The Blues winger was given the armband by national coach Roberto Martinez after the consistent injuries to former skipper Vincent Kompany ahead of the World Cup qualifying stage, and Hazard will lead his country out for the first time against Estonia on Sunday.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Hazard has admitted that, despite admiring his club captain Terry, it would be foolish to copy one of the most successful leaders in Premier League history, but insisted that he is aiming to win the World Cup as captain of his country in 2018.

"It's good for me to be the captain," said Hazard.

"I enjoy it. But I can't be like John Terry. As captain, I don't talk too much, I try to talk with my feet on the pitch.

"My ambition is to lead Belgium to the World Cup. To win something for the country. I hope we can do it but it's still far away."

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When questioned about one day captaining both club and country one day, Hazard was cautious not to step on Terry's shoes and take his position away from him, stating: "'I don't know about that. John Terry is still there. I don't want to touch his position."

Hazard also passed comment on the Martinez' decision to follow Blues boss Antonio Conte's formation of 3-4-3, and admits that since changing formation for club and country his form has changed, suggesting: "Maybe the system has helped me to find my form.

"It means I just need to focus offensively as the wing-back is there to defend. My fortunes have changed since the system changed."