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Hakimi surpasses Eto'o for fourth most Champions League appearances by African player

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:44 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Hakimi surpasses Eto'o for fourth most Champions League appearances by African player
Summary

Achraf Hakimi of Paris Saint-Germain achieved a milestone on October 15, 2026, by playing his 79th Champions League match, surpassing Samuel Eto'o's total of 78. Hakimi participated in PSG's victory over Manchester City, further establishing his status in European football. He joins three other notable African players with extensive Champions League experience, including Didier Drogba, Mohamed Salah, and Michael Essien. With Hakimi still active and performing consistently, he is likely to continue climbing the ranks of all-time appearances.

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By the Numbers
  • •Achraf Hakimi has 79 Champions League appearances.
  • •Samuel Eto'o previously held the record with 78 matches.
  • •Hakimi has played for Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Inter Milan, and PSG.
  • •Didier Drogba leads African players with 102 appearances.
  • •Mohamed Salah and Michael Essien follow Hakimi in appearances.
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  • 8:44 AMYahoo Sports — Hakimi overtakes Eto'o to become fourth African with most Champions League appearances
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Moroccan Achraf Hakimi continues to cement his status as one of the biggest names in European football. The Paris Saint-Germain right-back featured in Wednesday’s win over Manchester City at the Eti...

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