Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
Summary
Morocco football captain Achraf Hakimi will go to trial for rape in France, based on accusations made by a woman in 2023. Hakimi denies the claims and looks forward to the trial to tell his side, while the legal process continues amid the 2026 World Cup preparations.Key Facts
- Achraf Hakimi is the captain of Morocco’s national football team and a defender for Paris St-Germain.
- A woman accused Hakimi of raping her at his home in Paris in 2023 when she was 24 years old.
- French prosecutors confirmed Hakimi will face trial after rejecting his attempt to dismiss the case.
- The trial has not been scheduled yet; Morocco’s World Cup group games are in the USA.
- Hakimi has denied the accusations and stated he has waited for the chance to speak in court.
- The plaintiff’s lawyer said the trial offers hope for justice and aims to address sexual violence in men’s football.
- Other African players, like Ghana’s Thomas Partey, have also faced legal or entry issues related to similar accusations.
- Hakimi has played for Morocco since 2016 and has won major titles with Paris St-Germain, including two Champions League trophies.
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