Hakimi receives backing from Morocco squad ahead of trial in France
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Morocco goalkeeper Munir El Kajoui expressed strong support for captain Achraf Hakimi as the team prepares for its final group match against Haiti on Wednesday. Hakimi faces trial on rape charges in France, which he denies, but his teammates remain united behind him. Following a 1-0 victory over Scotland, where Hakimi was booed by some fans, Morocco aims to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage. El Kajoui emphasized the team's aspirations for the tournament, which include potentially topping Group C if they defeat Haiti.
- •Morocco prepares for a group match against Haiti.
- •Hakimi faces trial for rape charges in France.
- •El Kajoui states the team fully supports Hakimi.
- •Morocco previously drew 1-1 with Brazil.
- •Victory over Haiti could see Morocco top Group C.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Morocco squad 'supporting' Hakimi despite impending rape trial
"Morocco goalkeeper Munir El Kajoui said captain Achraf Hakimi has the support of his teammates despite facing a trial in France on rape charges."Everybody is supporting Achraf," El Kajoui told a press conference ahead of Morocco's final group game against Haiti on Wednesday.
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