Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi says the sacrifices made over recent weeks, combined with the pressure of playing on home soil, are paying dividends after the Atlas Lions booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
The highly-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is set to captivate football enthusiasts as it kicks off in Morocco on December 21, 2025, culminating in the final on January 18, 2026, at the newly renovated Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Morocco stole the show, collectively taking home six accolades at the 2025 CAF Awards ceremony held in Rabat on Wednesday evening.
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, Morocco wingback Achraf Hakimi and Egypt star Mohamed Salah have made the final shortlist the 2025 CAF Player of the Year award.
Achraf Hakimi didn't hold back following PSG's crushing 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the semi-final of the FIFA Club World Cup.
Paris Saint-Germain have punched their ticket to the FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 with a commanding 2-0 victory over Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field.