PSG star Achraf Hakimi faces trial in France after a 2023 rape accusation, maintaining his innocence while investigations continue.
Paris — In a development drawing international attention, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defender Achraf Hakimi has been ordered to stand trial in France over a rape allegation first reported in February 2023. The decision, confirmed by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office, follows a multi-year investigation.
Hakimi, who also captains the Morocco national football team, has denied the allegations, describing them as false and asserting that the trial will reveal the truth. He emphasized that the legal process is crucial to distinguish between false claims and genuine victims, stating he is “calm and ready to face the proceedings.”
Legal experts stress that being sent to trial does not imply guilt, but indicates that prosecutors found sufficient grounds to proceed to a criminal court. The trial date has not yet been scheduled, and Hakimi continues to participate in PSG matches.
The case originated from an allegation by a woman who claimed she was assaulted after meeting Hakimi. French authorities conducted detailed investigations before deciding to move forward with a formal trial.
The situation has sparked widespread discussion in sports and legal circles, highlighting the scrutiny faced by public figures and the careful balance between legal rights and public perception.
