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The Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco defender denies the allegations as his legal team vows to continue seeking justice.

Sep 23, 2026, 6:46 PM · 1 min read · language: en

Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape after France's top court rejected his appeal, according to a report from Anadolu Agency.

Hakimi, 27, denies the allegations against him. His lawyer said the player is determined to seek justice through the legal process.

The case will now proceed to trial following the rejection of the appeal by the French court, though further details on the scheduling and specific charges were not immediately available.

Hakimi has continued his professional football career amid the ongoing legal proceedings, playing for both Paris Saint-Germain and the Moroccan national team.

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Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape after top French court rejects appeal — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)

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