The rape case involving Achraf Hakimi entered a decisive phase on Tuesday after an investigating judge ordered the Moroccan international to stand trial before the criminal court of Hauts-de-Seine.
The magistrate ruled that the complainant’s account, given by a 24-year-old woman in February 2023, was sufficiently consistent and detailed to justify a criminal hearing, despite certain inconsistencies. Messages exchanged after the alleged events and testimonies from people who heard her emotional account also weighed in favor of the referral decision.
This judicial development comes as Paris Saint-Germain prepares for a crucial Champions League fixture against AS Monaco, a match Hakimi is expected to play. The defender continues to deny all accusations and says he is calmly awaiting the trial so that the truth can be established publicly.
His legal team has announced an appeal, arguing that the case relies primarily on the complainant’s statements, while Hakimi focuses on his sporting commitments amid mounting legal and media pressure.