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Achraf Hakimi to stand trial in rape case, French court confirms

A French court has ordered Moroccan national team captain and PSG player Achraf Hakimi to stand trial regarding rape charges.

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PULSE detected this story across 3 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Jun 19, 14:07 UTC
🇪🇸 Spanish Jun 19, 16:44 UTC · BBC
🇫🇷 French Jun 19, 20:53 UTC · RMC Sport

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📍 How it ended

French courts ruled that Moroccan captain Achraf Hakimi must stand trial for rape after losing an appeal. Morocco's national team coach stated the team was behind Hakimi, who was booed by Scotland fans during the World Cup.

The coverage concluded with the judicial decision to proceed with the trial.

Epilogue added 142d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

French judicial authorities have confirmed that Achraf Hakimi is to be tried for rape. This decision follows the exhaustion of legal appeals, as the footballer will now face a trial process initiated by prosecutors.

Coverage from the BBC, France 24, Reuters, The New York Times, and ESPN emphasizes the confirmation by the French appeals court. Reports note his status as both a member of the Moroccan national team and Paris Saint-Germain.

The specific timeline for the commencement of the trial and subsequent procedural steps remain to be determined by the court. Coverage does not yet specify the exact date for the start of the proceedings.

Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 145d ago.

Quick answers

Who is being ordered to stand trial?

Achraf Hakimi, a Moroccan footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain.

What is the legal status of the case?

The case is moving to trial following the confirmation of the French appeals court after an unsuccessful appeal.

When will the trial begin?

Coverage does not yet specify a date for the trial.

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Topics

Achraf Hakimi France PSG Morocco Legal News

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