Let’s be real: Morocco doesn’t feel like Morocco without Achraf Hakimi flying down the right side like a jet engine with a bleach-blond streak.
But right now? He’s just… sitting there. Hood up. Legs crossed. Smiling for the cameras, but not touching the ball. And it’s weird .
Still Hurt? Or Just Being Cautious?
Hakimi came into CAN 2025 with a muscle knock — nothing crazy, but enough to keep him out of the opener against Comoros. Fair. Then came Mali. Big game. Big crowd. Big pressure. Everyone expected him to start. He didn’t even get a minute.
Instead, coach Regragui went with Yahya Jabrane — a solid player, but not a right-back. Not even close. The result? Morocco looked narrow, slow, and way too easy to defend. No overlap. No width. No Hakimi energy .
It’s Not Just Tactics — It’s Vibes
Hakimi isn’t just fast. He’s mood . He brings that swagger Morocco needs when things get tight. Without him, the team feels… flat. Like a playlist with no bass.
Even Kylian Mbappé showed up wearing Hakimi’s jersey. That’s how much he matters. Not just to fans — to everyone .
So What Now?
Zambia is next. Win and Morocco tops the group. Lose or draw? Things get messy. Regragui says Hakimi’s “close.” But close doesn’t help if he’s still in a tracksuit.
Hakimi wants to play. You can see it in his eyes. He’s not here for selfies. He’s here to win a trophy at home . And Morocco? They’re not winning it without him.
Let’s hope Monday night is his comeback — not just for the team, but for the vibe.
Because this tournament doesn’t feel right until Hak
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