Zlatan Ibrahimovic, former AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain star, has publicly criticized the referee's decision not to send off Achraf Hakimi during a recent match. The incident occurred on June 14, 2026, during a Ligue 1 game between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique de Marseille.
According to reports, Hakimi committed a foul that Ibrahimovic believed warranted a red card, but the referee only issued a yellow card. Ibrahimovic expressed his frustration on social media, stating, 'Hakimi should have been sent off. The referee made a big mistake.'
The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with Hakimi scoring a goal for PSG. The referee's decision has been widely debated among fans and pundits, with some agreeing with Ibrahimovic and others defending the official's call.
As of June 15, 2026, no official statement has been released by the French Football Federation regarding the incident. Ibrahimovic's comments have added to the ongoing discussion about refereeing standards in Ligue 1.
