Achraf Hakimi Mouh is a Moroccan professional footballer born on 4 November 1998 in Madrid, Spain.
He plays as a right-back for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 and captains the Morocco national team.
Hakimi is widely regarded as one of the best right-backs in the world, celebrated for his exceptional pace, attacking flair, overlapping runs, defensive solidity, and ability to contribute with goals and assists from the flank.
Born to Moroccan parents of Arab descent, he grew up in Getafe facing economic challenges, with his father working as a street vendor and his mother as a housewife.
He chose to represent Morocco internationally despite being eligible for Spain.
Siblings
Achraf comes from a close-knit family and has two siblings, an older brother named Nabil Hakimi and a sister named Ouidad Hakimi.
Nabil works in the football industry, associated with Footfeel, a company that provides facilities and specialized services to football players, and is often seen supporting Achraf at matches alongside their mother.
Ouidad is active on social media, particularly Instagram, where she shares moments from her travels and family life, and has built a significant following.
Career
Hakimi joined Real Madrid’s youth academy at a young age and progressed through the ranks, making his senior debut and contributing to their 2017-18 UEFA Champions League victory.
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Seeking more playing time, he enjoyed highly successful loan spells at Borussia Dortmund, where his explosive performances in the Bundesliga made him a star.
He then moved to Inter Milan, helping them win the 2020-21 Serie A title before signing for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 for around €68 million.
At PSG, Hakimi has established himself as a key player, delivering consistent excellence on the right flank.
He played a pivotal role in the club’s domestic dominance and their historic first UEFA Champions League triumph in 2025, notably scoring in the final.
Internationally, he has been a cornerstone for Morocco, captaining the side, leading them to a historic fourth-place finish at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and contributing to further successes in African competitions.
Accolades
With Real Madrid, Hakimi won the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and Supercopa de España.
At Borussia Dortmund, he secured the DFL-Supercup.
Inter Milan brought him a Serie A title, while Paris Saint-Germain has delivered multiple Ligue 1 titles, Coupe de France wins, and the club’s maiden UEFA Champions League victory in 2025.
On the international stage, he has earned recognition through Africa Cup of Nations campaigns and other continental honours with Morocco.
Individually, Hakimi has been named African Footballer of the Year, winning the award in 2025 along with previous African Youth Player of the Year honours.
He has also received multiple Lion d’Or recognitions as African Footballer of the Year and earned high placements in the Ballon d’Or ranking, including sixth in 2025, the highest for a Moroccan player.
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