Career: football player, athlete
Date of Birth: 4 November 1998
Age: 25 years
Place of birth: Madrid, Spain
Height: 181
Family situation: married
Welcome to our website where we celebrate the extraordinary talent and achievements ofAchraf Hakimi, considered by many to be one of the greatest footballers of our time. The latest news are published daily on our website! Hakimi was born on November 4, 1998 in Madrid, Spain. He took the football world by storm with his exceptional skills, versatility, and relentless drive. Hakimi's path to greatness began at Real Madrid's academy, where he honed his skills as a right-back. He quickly caught the attention of fans and coaches alike with his speed, agility, and exceptional technical ability. In 2017, he made his Real Madrid debut, marking the beginning of a brilliant career.
But it was during a two-year loan spell at Borussia Dortmund from 2018 to 2020 that Hakimi truly demonstrated his enormous potential. Playing as a striker, he became an important part of Dortmund’s attacking force, combining his defensive prowess with lightning-quick movement down the flanks. Hakimi’s contribution was instrumental in Dortmund’s success as he helped the team lift the DFB-Pokal trophy in the 2020 season. In July 2020, Hakimi joined Inter Milan, where he continued to shine on the main stage. Playing under Antonio Conte, he was an integral part of Inter’s dominant Serie A campaign in 2020-21. Hakimi’s incredible pace, exceptional crossing ability and eye for goal made him a nightmare for opposing defenders.
Hakimi’s playing style is characterised by his attacking mindset, impeccable dribbling skills and remarkable ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. His versatility allows him to seamlessly switch positions, providing a significant tactical advantage to his teams. Whether deployed as a full-back, wing-back or even a winger, Hakimi always delivers exceptional performances. On the international stage, Hakimi represents the Moroccan national team. He has played a crucial role in their quest for glory, taking part in major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. His passion and dedication to his country has earned him the admiration and respect of football fans around the world.
The fourth day of November 1998 marked a moment of joy for the Hakimi couple, who had moved from Morocco to Spain. In Madrid, their son Achraf was born. The name translates to "the noblest" in Russian. As adults, they moved with their children to the suburbs of Getafe, where Achraf spent his childhood Morocco alongside his brother Nabil and sister Vidad. The famous footballer maintains a warm and trusting relationship with his loved ones, as evidenced by the touching photos and comments that adorn his personal Instagram page. From a young age, Achraf Hakimi turned to sports. While his mother imagined him pursuing athletics or swimming, his real passion was football.
The family was facing financial difficulties, with his father working as a shopkeeper and his mother as a cleaner. Nevertheless, they put in all their efforts and found ways to make their child's dearest dream come true. Achraf approached his training at local club CD Colonia Ofigevi with great dedication, which inevitably had an impact on his schooling. Although his parents were initially worried, they eventually accepted and understood his commitment. In 2006, at the age of eight, Achraf joined Real Madrid's youth team.
In June 2016, the La Fábrica graduate joined Real Madrid's second team and even received an invitation from Zinedine Zidane himself to participate in the International Champions Cup in the United States, where he played a match against Paris Saint-Germain. At Real Madrid Castilla, he spent one season and scored one goal. Achraf made a memorable impression in the match against Fuentealbilla, participated in the UEFA Youth League and the Copa del Rey final. On 19 August 2017, Hakimi was promoted to the first team, where he became the backup to Dani Carvajal and Nacho, wearing the number 19 shirt. His La Liga debut was successful, with his team triumphing over Espanyol on 1 October. On 9 December, Achraf attacked the Sevilla goal, contributing to a resounding 5–0 victory for the club. In the 2017/2018 UEFA Champions League, Achraf played two matches and Real Madrid won the title for the 13th time. Although he did not participate in the final, he received a medal and is considered the first Moroccan to win the Champions League. Real Madrid suffered a defeat in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey in early 2018 against Leganés, without the participation of Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo later criticized the play of his teammates Kiko Casilla, Achraf Hakimi and Marcos Llorente.
In July 2018, Achraf joined Borussia Dortmund on loan and on 27 September, he scored in a Bundesliga match against Nürnberg. In his first Champions League appearance for the club, he provided three assists in a match against Atletico Madrid. In 2019, as mentioned above, he beat Slavia Prague's goalkeeper twice and then did the same against Inter Milan, turning the score from 0-2 to a pleasing 3-2 in the second half. In 2020, Hakimi set a Bundesliga speed record, reaching 36,5 km/h in a match against Union Berlin in February. On the last day of spring, after scoring a goal against Paderborn 07, the Moroccan sported a jersey with the words "Justice for George Floyd", following in the footsteps of his teammate Jadon Sancho. On 2 July, Achraf Hakimi added Inter Milan to his professional biography by signing a contract until June 30, 2025. He became the most expensive defender in the club's history, with a transfer fee of around 40 million euros. Despite his interest in playing for such a prestigious club, in 2021 the athlete joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). One of the reasons he cited as a devout Muslim was the Arab-Muslim community in Paris. The transfer fee was 60 million euros and the contract was signed until 2026. With his new team, Hakimi became national champion and won the national Super Cup.
The footballer has always expressed his joy at representing the Moroccan national team on the pitch. Achraf made his debut for the senior team in 2016, playing in a friendly match against the Canadian national team. He scored his first goal in a World Cup qualifier in September 2017 against Mali.
In the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches, Hakimi scored two goals. He found the net against Burundi and the Central African Republic, scoring one goal against each team.
The first photos of his beloved, Spanish actress Hiba Abouk, of Libyan-Tunisian origin, began to appear on the footballer's social networks in October 2018. Fans may recognize her from her roles in TV series such as La Isla de los Nominados, Cheers, and El Prince. The player's followers did not hesitate to praise her and make positive comments. Achraf himself did not hesitate to share his personal life with his fans, expressing his admiration for his partner and openly declaring his feelings for her whenever possible. In 2019, the couple officially married, despite an age difference of just over 10 years. Morocco Later that same year, when it was revealed that the athlete's partner was expecting a child, he made her a touching promise: to score a goal and dedicate it to their future baby.
True to his word, the celebrity sealed the deal by scoring a brace in a match against Slavia Prague in the Champions League group stage. On February 12, 2020, their lives took a happy turn with the birth of their son, Amin. The family is currently raising two children, with their second child arriving in the spring of 2022. In his free time, Hakimi (181 cm tall and 73 kg) enjoys traveling, playing video games, and water sports like swimming and paddleboarding. Fans also know that their idol prefers a neat and trendy haircut over a bold appearance. Religion plays a big part in the athlete's life. He is a devout Muslim and observes Ramadan.
Hakimi participated in the matches of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He was named the best player of the third round of the group stage after the match against the Canadian national team, where the Moroccan team beat their opponents with a score of 2-1. Achraf Hakimi provided an assist on Youssef En-Nesyri's goal.
With 7 points, the Moroccan national team qualified for the round of 1986. This feat marked the first time since XNUMX that the team reached this stage of the tournament. In the round of XNUMX, the Moroccans managed to surpass the Spanish national team. The match ended in a draw and went to penalties. The African team only needed three successful penalties, while the Spanish players scored none. Hakimi scored the decisive goal for the Moroccans, leading the team to the quarterfinals of the tournament.