Hakimi Shines in PSG’s Frustrating Draw Against Auxerre

The sports press agrees on the crucial role played by Hakimi in this match. According to Footmercato (rating of 7), the Moroccan delivered a "more than honest" performance, even if it did not reach the heights of his early season. The author notably highlights his millimeter-perfect cross for Gonçalo Ramos in the 48th minute and a solo action in the 56th minute that could have turned the match around without the intervention of Auxerre goalkeeper Donovan Léon, in a state of grace.

In the same vein, Hommedumatch.fr (rating of 7) qualifies Hakimi as the "best Parisian tonight". Solid defensively and incisive offensively, he multiplied the runs and dribbles in his lane, notably during his technical exploit against Akpa in the 55th minute. Yet his efforts were often thwarted by a great Léon.

Maxifoot (rating of 6.5) describes a performance in two stages: discreet in the first half, Hakimi was much more influential after the break, using his speed and technique to put the Auxerre defense in difficulty. His small bridge followed by a powerful shot illustrates well his rise in power during the match.

For its part, Le Parisien (rating of 6.5) insists on the energy deployed by the Moroccan, who tried to weigh on the game while combining with Lee Kang-In and Fabian Ruiz. In the second half, he clearly took the reins to raise the level, notably thanks to a recovery followed by a great bridge and a cross shot.

On the other hand, 90min.com (rating of 6) notes a lack of precision in the decisive moments, although it praises his incessant runs and his willingness to accelerate the rhythm of a sometimes apathetic PSG. The platform also highlights his impeccable defensive impact.

Finally, CulturePSG summarizes Hakimi’s performance as a promising but incomplete performance. The site deplores a lack of precision in his final gestures, while underlining his innumerable runs that exhausted the opponent.

If PSG failed to get the better of Auxerre, Achraf Hakimi embodied a rare spark in a team at the end of its tether. His efforts, although often thwarted by an exceptional opposing goalkeeper, have reminded why he is one of the pillars of the Parisian squad. A performance that, while not perfect, illustrates how indispensable the Moroccan is in the good and bad days of PSG.