Appeals Court confirms Achraf Hakimi to stand trial in French rape case

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

The Versailles Court of Appeal has confirmed that Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial before the Hauts-de-Seine criminal court over rape allegations dating back to 2023.

The Versailles Court of Appeal has officially confirmed that Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape.

The reigning CAF Men’s Player of the Year has been formally referred to the Hauts-de-Seine criminal court following a protracted judicial investigation. The decision emerged while the Morocco captain is actively competing in North America at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The highly anticipated trial is not expected to commence for several months, according to French legal sources.

Legal experts indicate that Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé, a close friend of the defender, is expected to be called as a crucial witness during the criminal proceedings. Hakimi continues to vehemently deny the allegations, maintaining he is a target due to his fame.

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