More fear than harm for Achraf Hakimi, who could return to action within four weeks
The Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich was marked by a moment of real fright for Parisian supporters. In the second half, Achraf Hakimi, one of Luis Enrique’s key players, collapsed to the ground screaming in pain after a tough challenge with Luis Díaz. The image of the Moroccan full-back leaving the pitch in tears instantly sparked the worst fears, especially with the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco fast approaching.
As the match unfolded at a high tempo, Hakimi’s injury brought a sudden silence over the stadium. Suffering from an ankle problem and visibly unable to continue, the Moroccan international was escorted to the locker room by the club’s medical staff. Both fans in the stands and those watching on television quickly realized the extent of his pain, raising fears of a serious injury.
Early assessments offer reassurance
Fortunately, the first reports from PSG’s medical staff were more encouraging. Initial examinations suggest it is only a mild ankle sprain. Hakimi is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Wednesday for confirmation, but early estimates indicate an absence of between four and six weeks at most.
As journalist Julien Froment (France Info) reported:
“Achraf Hakimi is suffering from a sprained ankle. His absence could range from four to six weeks. The MRI will confirm this. It’s a blow for PSG, who will have to reorganize their right flank, and for Hakimi, with the AFCON coming up.”
While the potential downtime remains a setback for PSG, it is far from the worst-case scenario initially feared. Achraf Hakimi could return to the pitch before or just as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations begins, allowing him to represent Morocco on home soil in one of the most meaningful moments of his career.
Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv
