Hakimi speaks out on his future ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations

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·20 dicembre 2025

Hakimi speaks out on his future ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations

Achraf Hakimi, the 27-year-old right-back from Paris Saint-Germain and captain of Morocco, was at a press conference on the eve of the start of the 2025 CAN this Sunday against the Comoros. It was an opportunity, in particular, to discuss his return from injury and the possibility of seeing him play in this first match.

Hakimi "I feel ready."

"After my injury, I told myself that I didn't want to miss this CAN at home. I immediately told the coach that I didn't want to miss it and that I would make choices to be here with the team. I don't know when I will play, I feel ready, it's a good program. We have worked well, we have made the effort, and we will see. I don't think about individual things. If I don't have to play or play 20 minutes for the team to win, I agree.

I want to see Morocco lift this cup on January 18 (the day of the final, editor's note). Whether I play or not, it doesn't matter, I want Morocco to win. I want to talk about the team, I've already seen how it went at PSG, the team is always stronger than the individual. Together, we will do great things," remarks relayed by Foot Mercato.

So, it's not a question of whether he will play tomorrow or not, possibly because it's not yet certain. He has been able to resume team training for a few days, so it's conceivable. But far from guaranteed, as there is also caution to be taken.

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The competition is not played in a single match. Hakimi mentions PSG, and we can also think of coach Luis Enrique's example by trusting all his players rather than forcing a return. Let's wait to see what the playing time will be this Sunday. The thought must be collective anyway, as the Parisian full-back emphasizes.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.