It’s a shock in African football in France as Achraf Hakimi has been left out of the 2026 Marc-Vivien Foe Award final shortlist unveiled by RFI and France 24.
Despite being the defending champion and having had a flawless season with Paris Saint-Germain, the Moroccan fullback is paying the price for his legal troubles.
According to reports from L’Equipe, the organizers decided to exclude the defender due to his indictment on rape charges, a decision based on the award’s code of conduct.
Indeed, the rules of the Marc-Vivien Foe Award are unequivocal. Beyond athletic performance, nominees must demonstrate exemplary behavior both on and off the field.
With legal proceedings underway, the Moroccan star no longer met this ethical standard, which the jury considers fundamental.
The list of 11 nominees for the 2026 edition:
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For Afers who are not aware, The Marc-Vivien Foé Award (Prix Marc-Vivien Foé) is a prestigious annual football award in France that recognizes the best African player in Ligue 1
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whats stupid award is that even...is the award nearly or out of this world compared to the African best player of the year. feel free brother