Achraf Hakimi has officially been named the African Ballon d\u2019Or winner and Best Player of 2025, capping off a remarkable year for both Paris Saint-Germain and the Moroccan national team. The dynamic right-back beat stiff competition from Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah, securing his status as Africa\u2019s top footballer.<\/p>\n
Hakimi\u2019s trophy comes in a season where he played a crucial role in guiding PSG to an extraordinary continental treble, along with a Super Cup title. Operating from the right flank, the 26-year-old delivered world-class performances on a consistent basis\u2014combining electric pace, defensive maturity, creativity, and leadership. His influence extended far beyond his position, often dictating PSG\u2019s attacking rhythm and producing decisive contributions in crucial fixtures across Ligue 1, the Champions League, and domestic cups.<\/p>\n
The award also marks a historic achievement for PSG, coming shortly after his teammate Ousmane Demb\u00e9l\u00e9 lifted the Ballon d\u2019Or 2025, underscoring the club\u2019s dominant year on both domestic and international fronts. Together, Demb\u00e9l\u00e9 and Hakimi formed one of the most threatening right-sided partnerships in world football, terrorizing defenses with relentless speed and technical brilliance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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