Achraf Hakimi nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or
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- France Football has included Morocco international Achraf Hakimi among the nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or.
- The nomination follows a standout season with Paris Saint-Germain, where he contributed in both defense and attack.
- It is Hakimi’s second consecutive appearance on the shortlist, while he also serves as captain of Morocco.
Achraf Hakimi is continuing to establish himself among world football’s elite after France Football included him in the list of nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, awarded to the world’s best player.
The nomination reflects the standing the Moroccan right-back has gained after a notable season with Paris Saint-Germain. He combined his defensive responsibilities with an influential attacking presence, becoming more than a regular starter for the Paris club and emerging as one of its prominent figures.
Hakimi also retains a central role with Morocco, for whom he wears the captain’s armband. His nomination for a second consecutive year underlines his sustained presence in the major individual award race.
The recognition therefore extends beyond his club performances. It also highlights his importance to a national team he leads on the international stage.
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Originally published by Télégraphe in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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