Achraf Hakimi has been accused of rape for many months, with the Nanterre prosecutor’s office requesting a trial in August, despite inconsistencies in the case (particularly on the part of the accuser). In an interview on Canal+‘s show “Clique,” the 26-year-old right-back for Paris Saint-Germain and the Moroccan national team spoke about the matter. A full version of the interview, covering other topics, will be released soon.
Hakimi: “It hurts, especially for my family.”
What’s the biggest lie that’s been written about you?
The rape case. For me, it’s the worst thing that has ever happened to me. No one has ever caused me such harm. It has been difficult for me, and it continues to be. Because when they write lie after lie, it hurts, especially for my family. Especially for my children.
My children are little, they don’t know about the internet and they can’t read yet, but one day they will read these things. And for me, seeing these lies written about their father is not pleasant. I wouldn’t wish that on anyone.
Hakimi: “Thanks to the police’s work, we’ve made good progress.”
On August 1, 2025, a trial was requested in this case. How did you take that news?
My lawyer told me about it, as did the people who work with me. But we knew that it could happen. We have a clear conscience. I know that what I was accused of is a lie. I know who I am. I know that I didn’t do anything and that I would never do such a thing.
I have always been available to the police, and I even asked to speak with them to give my version of events, to explain everything that happened. And whenever they need me…they also have my DNA. I have always been available, unlike the person who is accusing me. She didn’t make things any easier for those who needed help. Thanks to the police’s work, we have made good progress. Today, I feel at peace. I am in good hands with my lawyer. The justice system is doing its job, and we hope the truth will come out soon.
Hakimi: “This will help us in the legal proceedings, so that the truth comes to light.”
A series of messages from the complainant was published in the press, sent to a friend. What can you say about that?
I wasn’t even aware of these messages. My lawyer told me about them. The police and the justice system have done an incredible job. They found these messages, and when I read them, it was a huge shock for me. But at the same time, it didn’t surprise me that much.
Because as a footballer, I know that I am exposed to this kind of thing. For me, reading these messages was difficult. But I believe that the police and the justice system are doing a good job. This will help us in the legal proceedings, so that the truth comes to light.
Does this happen often in the football world?
We are exposed to many things. For example, girls approach us. Extortion, in the football world, many people want to take advantage of us. And if you don’t have the right people around you, this kind of thing can happen. I have changed a lot of things and people in my life. Now my inner circle is so small that I don’t let anyone else in.
Hakimi: “It’s a deep wound.”
What are the consequences, since, even though the court hasn’t ruled, some people already consider you guilty?
The press talks about things they don’t know about. Professionally, it affects me quite a bit, especially regarding sponsorships. But they have also tarnished my dignity, my image, my name—the name for which my family has sacrificed so much. Because I know what the truth is, and the accusations against me are false. Being falsely accused is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone. It’s a deeply wounding experience, especially for my family and my children. I wouldn’t wish this on anyone; it’s incredibly difficult.
