PSG - Lens: Achraf Hakimi’s ratings by the sports press

Faced with a solid Lens defense, Luis Enrique’s PSG needed a fit Hakimi to create breaches on the right flank. Lined up in a 4-3-3, with a game focused on rapid transition, the Moroccan multiplied the offensive combinations with his teammates, notably with Vitinha and Ousmane Dembélé. According to Footmercato, who gave him a 6/10 rating, "the Moroccan was once again present on the offensive level, where his combinations with Vitinha and Dembélé caused problems for the Lensois." His contribution was visible from the start of the match, particularly in the 15th minute when he outpaced Danso to offer a pass to Fabian Ruiz, whose shot was stopped by Samba. With this action, Hakimi set the tone for his involvement in the match.

If the Footmercato rating seems moderate, Maxifoot did not fail to highlight the impact of the Moroccan player, giving him a 7/10. "A good game for the Moroccan right-back," the site mentions, referring to his activity from the start of the match. Hakimi chained the breakthroughs and offered several opportunities to his teammates, proving to be "impactful on both sides of the field." One of the highlights of his match was his key role in Khusanov’s direct red card. By provoking a second yellow card for the Lensois in the 59th minute, Hakimi not only relieved the Parisian defense, but also weakened the opponent by reducing their offensive potential.

In a detailed article, 90min.com also rated Hakimi’s performance at 7/10, describing a player overflowing with "energy and generosity." This intensity allowed him to be omnipresent on the offensive level, and even if he did not have the opportunity to record an assist, his constant pressing on the Lensois defenders created many opportunities for PSG.

The Parisian press also praised the performance of the Moroccan international. Le Parisien, giving him a 6/10, highlighted his desire and energy, despite moments of relaxation. The latter specifies that, only four days after his participation in the state dinner between the King of Morocco and Emmanuel Macron, Hakimi remained very active in the match, projecting himself constantly in attack. "His cross-pass for Asensio would have deserved a better fate," notes the daily. Le Parisien also underlines his involvement in the expulsion of Khusanov, the fruit of a constant pressing and an intensity that did not wane throughout the match.

On the side of Tribuna, Hakimi’s performance was rated 8/10, marked by "undeniable bursts of energy." Although the site observed some moments of weakness due to fatigue, it insists on the Moroccan’s impact, who remains a constant threat to the opponent, notably through his accelerations and his ability to get rid of defenders.

The sports press is unanimous on the crucial contribution of Achraf Hakimi to PSG in this victory. His offensive ease, combined with his intensity, largely contributed to the team’s success. Despite some signs of fatigue, possibly related to a busy schedule, the Moroccan full-back has proven to be decisive. As described by Parisfans