The investigation chamber of the Versailles Court of Appeal confirmed on Friday, June 19, 2026, that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco international footballer Achraf Hakimi will be tried before the Hauts-de-Seine departmental criminal court. The decision follows an appeal by Hakimi's legal team against an earlier order to stand trial for rape, as reported by French media including Le Parisien and RMC Sport.
Hakimi, 27, was accused in February 2023 of raping a woman at his home in Boulogne-Billancourt. He has consistently denied the allegations, claiming the encounter was consensual. His lawyers, including Me Fanny Colin, have denounced what they describe as a 'tentative d'extorsion' (attempted extortion) by the complainant, who they say sought financial compensation.
The case has drawn significant attention due to Hakimi's high profile. He was playing for PSG at the time of the alleged incident and is currently part of the Morocco national team. The trial date has not yet been set. The court's decision to confirm the trial means the case will proceed to a full hearing, where evidence and testimonies will be examined.
Hakimi's legal team has stated they are preparing for the trial and maintain their client's innocence. The footballer's representatives have not commented further on the proceedings. The case continues to develop as the judicial process moves forward.
