Achraf Hakimi, the Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco right-back, is on the verge of a historic double. After winning the Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco in February 2026, he now has a chance to add the UEFA Champions League title to his achievements. PSG secured their place in the Champions League final after defeating Borussia Dortmund in the semi-finals. The final is scheduled for May 31, 2026, at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Hakimi has been a key player for PSG this season, contributing both defensively and offensively. His pace and crossing ability have made him a vital part of the team's attack. If PSG wins the final, Hakimi would become one of the few players to win both the Africa Cup of Nations and the Champions League in the same season.
Meanwhile, Moroccan defender Nayef Aguerd has already joined the national team camp ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Aguerd, who plays for West Ham United, is expected to be a key part of Morocco's defense in the tournament. The World Cup is set to begin on June 11, 2026, in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Morocco, under coach Walid Regragui, will aim to build on their historic run to the semi-finals in 2022. With players like Hakimi and Aguerd, the team hopes to make a deep run again. The Atlas Lions are drawn in Group F alongside Belgium, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.
