Moroccan Football Star Achraf Hakimi Breaks Silence on Sexual Assault Allegations
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has spoken publicly for the first time about the sexual offence allegations leveled against him, as his case moves forward to trial in Paris. The Moroccan international, who was named CAF Player of the Year in 2025, has strongly denied any wrongdoing and maintains his innocence ahead of his court appearance.
Hakimi's Public Statement and Legal Position
The 25-year-old football star addressed the allegations directly, stating that he remains innocent until proven guilty by a competent court of jurisdiction. Hakimi emphasized the importance of proper legal proceedings, noting that while a rape accusation justifies a trial, he contests the allegations and believes evidence proves them false.
"Today, a rape accusation is enough to justify a trial, even though I contest it and everything proves that it is false," Hakimi stated. "It is as unfair to the innocent as it is to sincere victims. I await this trial calmly, which will allow the truth to come out publicly."
The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed this week that the sexual assault case involving Hakimi will proceed to court. The allegations stem from a complaint filed by a 24-year-old woman who accused the football star of taking advantage during an incident in 2023.
Legal Proceedings and Investigation Details
According to legal documents, Hakimi has been under investigation since the initial complaint was filed. The Moroccan defender was indicted by an investigating judge and placed under judicial supervision, with specific prohibitions against contacting the alleged victim.
French newspaper Le Monde reported that prosecutors have officially sent the case file to trial. Hakimi's legal representative, Fanny Colin, has stated that the footballer firmly denies all accusations and claims he was the victim of an attempted racket.
Colin explained: "A trial has been ordered on the basis of an accusation that rests solely on the word of a woman who obstructed all investigations, refused all medical examinations and DNA tests, refused to allow her mobile phone to be examined, and refused to give the name of a key witness."
Social Media Reactions and Public Debate
The case has sparked significant discussion on social media platforms, with mixed reactions to Hakimi's comments and the broader implications for justice systems handling sexual assault allegations.
- @yyou_93 commented: "Yeah, sure, an accusation justifies a trial to determine whether it's true or false, I think that's how justice works but I'm not entirely sure lol."
- @QWEENVlCKY wrote: "An accusation is actually sufficient to justify a trial because that's how justice works. If the evidence is there, the court will find it. Why is everyone acting like the trial itself is the problem?"
- @RajiToyeebO added: "False accusations of rape must also be severely punished by law. They destroy lives and harm true victims. Justice must protect both the innocent and those who tell the truth."
Football Career Context and Related Cases
Achraf Hakimi, who helped Morocco reach the AFCON final and won the UEFA Champions League with his previous club, continues to train with Paris Saint-Germain while the legal process unfolds. The case comes amid other football-related sexual assault allegations, including a separate incident involving Nigeria U20 captain Daniel Daga, who has been excluded from Molde FK's winter training camp in Spain due to ongoing legal proceedings over a sexual assault charge in Norway.
As one of Africa's most prominent football stars, Hakimi's case has drawn international attention to how sports organizations and legal systems handle serious allegations against high-profile athletes. The trial is expected to proceed in the coming months, with both the prosecution and defense preparing their cases.
