Achraf Hakimi to Stand Trial in France Over 2023 Rape Allegation

Achraf Hakimi to Stand Trial in France Over 2023 Rape Allegation

Achraf Hakimi, defender for Paris Saint-Germain and captain of Morocco’s national team, is set to stand trial in France over a rape allegation dating back to 2023.

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French media outlets, including France 24, reported Tuesday that an investigating judge has concluded the probe and ruled that the case should proceed to criminal court, marking the end of the investigative phase.

The case originates from a complaint filed on February 26, 2023, by a 24-year-old woman who alleged she was raped at Hakimi’s residence in Boulogne-Billancourt, near Paris. According to the complaint, she had met the footballer through social media before visiting his home late on February 24.

Five days after the complaint was lodged, Hakimi — who previously played for Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid — was formally indicted.

In August 2025, prosecutors in Nanterre requested that the matter be referred to a criminal court. Tuesday’s decision confirms that the case will now move to trial, although no date has yet been announced for the proceedings.

Hakimi, 27, has consistently denied the allegation, maintaining that the encounter was consensual. In a statement shared on X, he expressed frustration over the decision to proceed to trial while reaffirming his innocence.

“Today, a rape accusation is enough to justify a trial, even though I deny it and everything proves it’s false. This is as unjust to the innocent as it is to the genuine victims. I calmly await this trial, which will allow the truth to come out publicly,” he said.

The upcoming trial is expected to attract significant public and media attention, given Hakimi’s high-profile status in international football.

Achraf Hakimi to Stand Trial in France Over 2023 Rape Allegation