Achraf Hakimi has been named the CAF Men’s Player of the Year for 2025, capping off an extraordinary season for both club and country. The Moroccan star delivered elite performances throughout the year, playing a crucial role in Morocco’s qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

At club level, Hakimi was equally influential. The dynamic right-back enjoyed a historic campaign with Paris Saint-Germain, helping the French giants secure the UEFA Champions League, Ligue 1, the French Cup, and the French Super Cup, while also reaching the FIFA Club World Cup Final. His consistency, leadership, and attacking threat from the flank made him one of the standout performers in world football.

During his acceptance speech, Hakimi expressed deep gratitude:

He thanked God, his family, the coaching staff of PSG and Morocco, PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, and his teammates at both club and national level for their support throughout the year.

Looking ahead, Hakimi emphasized the importance of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, set to be hosted in Morocco next month. He pledged that he and his teammates would give their maximum effort to deliver the AFCON trophy on home soil an ambition that resonates strongly with Moroccan fans and the entire football community.

Hakimi’s latest honour solidifies his status as one of Africa’s most influential modern-day footballers and marks a milestone in what has been a defining year for the Moroccan Right Back.