Violent and direct challenge by Colombian player Luis Díaz (Bayern) on Hakimi’s foot

Moroccan star Achraf Hakimi, the right-back for Paris Saint-Germain, suffered a serious and worrying setback during his team’s fiery clash against Germany’s Bayern Munich on Tuesday evening in the UEFA Champions League.

The injury sparked widespread concern within the Moroccan national team camp, which is preparing for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations finals in December.

The incident occurred just moments before the end of the first half, following a violent and direct tackle by Colombian player Luis Díaz (Bayern) on Hakimi’s foot, prompting a red card for Díaz. The flying full-back fell in severe pain, and PSG’s medical staff immediately intervened to provide first aid.

Hakimi leaves the match due to injury

The Moroccan player left the game in the 7th minute of stoppage time in the first half, replaced by teammate Sini Maïoulo.

The most striking moment came when cameras captured Hakimi leaving the field in tears, visibly affected and unable to continue in this crucial match.

Paris Saint-Germain is expected to issue an official statement detailing the nature and severity of the injury after Hakimi undergoes thorough medical examinations to assess his readiness before the continental tournament begins.

The Atlas Lions are anxiously awaiting the results, hoping their star’s injury is minor, as they aim to win the Africa Cup of Nations—a title absent from Moroccan football since 1976.