Rape Allegation Rules Achraf Hakimi Out of Marc-Vivien Foé Award Shortlist

Achraf Hakimi enjoyed a strong season with Paris Saint-Germain but has been excluded from this year’s Marc-Vivien Foé Award nominees. Organisers say his ongoing rape trial, stemming from a February 2023 allegation, conflicts with the award’s requirement for exemplary conduct on and off the pitch. Named after the late Cameroonian star Marc-Vivien Foé, the honour celebrates top African talent in Ligue 1 while upholding strict ethical standards. Past winners include Victor Osimhen and Vincent Enyeama. Hakimi remains focused on football as the court date approaches. The outcome is likely to influence both his public image and future award hopes.

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