Achraf Hakimi: An International Career Beyond Seconds

Achraf Hakimi's international career cannot be summarized by just a few seconds on the pitch, according to journalist Said Amdaa. Amdaa defended Hakimi's commitment to the Moroccan national team starting from 2017, highlighting his sacrifices and contributions despite recent disappointments. He emphasized that, "This video about Hakimi captures EVERYTHING. We cannot reduce his international career to the interpretation of a few seconds... Never forget that this guy: chose Morocco in 2017, when the team had zero buzz and hadn’t qualified for a World Cup in 20 years; cried from fear of missing the Africa Cup of Nations at home; and negotiated with PSG to play in the Olympics. Disappointment is normal. But questioning his investment is unfair given everything he has done. Ouahbi himself said: in 20 years, we will say we had the best right-back in the world. So let's say it today." — Said Amdaa on X/Twitter.