Biography
Who is Achraf Hakimi?
Early life and background
Achraf Hakimi was born on November 4, 1998, in Madrid, Spain, to Moroccan parents of Arab descent. His father Mohamed worked as a street vendor, while his mother Saida was a housewife, and he grew up in Getafe facing economic challenges.
At the age of eight, Achraf Hakimi joined CD Colonia Ofigevi before moving to Real Madrid's youth academy in 2006. He initially played as a winger before transitioning to his role as a right-back.
Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund career
Achraf Hakimi made his senior debut for Real Madrid Castilla in 2016 and was promoted to the first team in 2017. During his time with Real Madrid, he won the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup.
In July 2018, he moved to Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund on a two-year loan deal. While at Dortmund, he won the DFL-Supercup in 2019 and set a Bundesliga speed record during a match against Union Berlin.
Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain success
Achraf Hakimi signed with Serie A club Inter Milan in July 2020 and helped the team secure their first league title in eleven years. In July 2021, he transferred to Paris Saint-Germain on a five-year contract.
With Paris Saint-Germain, he won multiple Ligue 1 titles and Coupes de France. He also played a key role in helping the club win the UEFA Champions League, becoming the most decorated African footballer in history.
International career with Morocco
Representing Morocco, Achraf Hakimi played at the youth levels before making his senior international debut in 2016. He competed in multiple FIFA World Cups and Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
At the 2022 World Cup, he helped Morocco become the first African nation to reach the semi-finals. He later won the Africa Cup of Nations title with his national team in 2025 and was named the African Player of the Year.
Birthday and age
Achraf Hakimi was born on November 4, 1998, which makes Achraf 27 years old today. That birthday falls under the Scorpio sign. Achraf shares the date with 26 other famous people.
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