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Achraf Hakimi, Paris Saint-Germain's Moroccan international defender, will proceed to criminal trial after France's Versailles appeals court rejected his appeal against a rape charge. The footballer expressed willingness to defend himself in court.
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi maintains composure despite facing rape trial in France, according to Morocco's World Cup coach. Hakimi denies allegations involving a 24-year-old woman from 2023.
A French appeals court has confirmed that Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial on rape charges, marking a significant development in the high-profile case involving the Paris Saint-Germain player.