Achraf Hakimi breaks his silence on his rape trial

In a press conference on Monday, the Moroccan full-back broke his silence on his personal situation. When questioned about his upcoming trial, he firmly dismissed the accusations. "I know this accusation is false, I am calm. I leave that in the hands of my lawyers and the justice system," said the Parisian player.

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The case dates back to February 2023. A 24-year-old woman had gone to a police station in the Val-de-Marne to report a rape, without however filing a complaint. Despite the defender’s constant denials, an investigation had been opened, leading to his indictment and then his referral to the criminal court of the Hauts-de-Seine department.

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While the date of the hearing is not yet known, Achraf Hakimi seems to want to dissociate his legal troubles from his sporting obligations. The player, who had not spoken out since the court decision, assures that he remains focused on the field. Paris Saint-Germain face Liverpool on Tuesday, April 14th for a place in the Champions League semi-finals.