Summary
Achraf Hakimi, a football player for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Morocco, will go on trial for a rape allegation. He denies the claim and awaits the trial, which was initiated by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office. Both Hakimi and his lawyer argue that the accusation lacks substantial evidence, while the accuser's lawyer asserts the judiciary's fairness in bringing the case to court.
Key Facts
- Achraf Hakimi, a PSG and Morocco national team footballer, is facing a rape trial.
- Hakimi publicly denied the allegations on social media.
- The Nanterre prosecutor’s office started the investigation in 2023 after a woman accused Hakimi of rape.
- The case has been officially sent to trial, confirmed by Hakimi's and the plaintiff's lawyers.
- Hakimi's lawyer claims the accusation relies only on the alleged victim's statement without physical evidence.
- The plaintiff’s lawyer believes the legal process so far has been fair.
- The ongoing case highlights issues in the men's football world regarding the #MeToo movement, according to the plaintiff’s lawyer.
- PSG continues its Champions League matches, with Hakimi included in the team list.
