Football - PSG: Already 200 games for Achraf Hakimi

A regularity in the service of performance
Arriving in the summer of 2021 from Inter Milan, Achraf Hakimi has continued to rise in strength under the Parisian jersey. In four full seasons, he has already reached the 200 appearances mark, a figure that reveals his consistency and robustness in a club where the requirement is maximum. Against Toulouse FC (victory 3-1), the Lion de l'Atlas celebrated this milestone with sobriety, true to its competitive profile. The success, marked by a brace from Ousmane Dembélé and a goal from Gonçalo Ramos, allows PSG to consolidate its leading position in Ligue 1.

The most decisive defender of the modern PSG era
Beyond the symbol, this 200th match mainly confirms a rare statistical reality: Hakimi is today the most decisive defender in the recent history of the club. With 66 offensive contributions (28 goals, 38 assists) in all competitions, he is redefining the standards of the position of lateral.

In the five major European championships, few defenders are as productive. Former PSG full back, Christophe Jallet is not mistaken: «There are not many players of this level in his position. He is the most complete in this modern right-back role.” This offensive dimension, coupled with his ability to repeat efforts in transitions, makes him an almost unique profile in contemporary football.

A European reference in the Champions League
The climax of his visit to Paris obviously remains the conquest of the Champions League. During this historic campaign, Hakimi proved decisive nine times, notably scoring a goal in the final. His performances propelled him into a very closed category. With 27 Champions League appearances, he is approaching the podium of the most decisive defenders in history, behind references like Roberto Carlos, Dani Alves and Marcelo Vieira. A trajectory that confirms its status as a specialist in major European events.


PSG vice-captain, Hakimi has established himself as a natural leader in the locker room. Symbol of this integration, he shared 155 matches with Marquinhos, more than any other teammate. Celebrated after the meeting by his leaders, including Nasser Al-Khelaïfi and sports director Luis Campos, the Moroccan took the opportunity to send a clear message: despite a contract running until 2029, he is already projecting on the long term in Paris. "I hope to continue at PSG for a long time and for many other matches," he confided, with a touch of humor when evoking a new overtime.

A trajectory that will last

At 27 years old, Achraf Hakimi is still far from reaching his ceiling. His volume of play, tactical adaptability and offensive influence make him one of the most complete players in his position today. The milestone of 200 matches is therefore not an end in itself, but rather a further step in a trajectory that could lead to lasting impact on the history of Paris Saint-Germain... and African football.