Hakimi Booed Over Rape Allegation

Morocco secured a 1-0 victory over Scotland, but the World Cup clash in Boston was marred by controversy surrounding Achraf Hakimi. Just hours before kickoff, the Moroccan defender was accused of rape by French authorities. From the moment he stepped onto the pitch, Hakimi was met with boos and jeers from the crowd.

The majority of the over 64,000 spectators were Scottish, and they made their feelings clear regarding the incident involving Hakimi, which had become public in France shortly before the match. However, in Morocco, there is no doubt about his innocence, and he remains a key figure for the African squad. Hakimi started the game and played the full 90 minutes.

His coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, remained composed and did not shy away from the delicate topic. “Did you watch the match? He played well, he was focused, calm, and composed. He motivated the team before the start of the game. Achraf Hakimi is important to me, to the team, and to all 42 million Moroccans. We support him unconditionally,” he stated.

“Achraf is a very important person for me, for the coaching staff, for the players, and for the Moroccan national team. He will once again play incredible matches; he is the best right-back in the world and will prove it at this World Cup. Hakimi is a very important person for me, for the coaching staff, for the players, and for the Moroccan national team,” concluded the Moroccan coach.

A hashtag, #AchrafHakimi, was even created on social media to demonstrate support for the national team captain.