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Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi to be tried in France for rape, appeals court says
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- A French court confirmed Friday that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape.
- Issued on: 19/06/2026 - 09:40Modified: 19/06/2026 - 09:58
- By: FRANCE 24 File photo of Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi taken during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match on June 13, 2026. © Kevin C.
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A French court confirmed Friday that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. The 27-year-old footballer, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), denies the allegations and said he was "eagerly awaiting" his trial.
Issued on: 19/06/2026 - 09:40Modified: 19/06/2026 - 09:58
By: FRANCE 24 File photo of Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi taken during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match on June 13, 2026. © Kevin C. Cox, AFP A French court on Friday confirmed that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. The 27-year-old footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), said he was "eagerly awaiting" his trial.
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