Hakimi Crowned Africa's Most Decorated Player with 19th Major Trophy

Achraf Hakimi etched his name into African football history as Paris Saint-Germain defended their UEFA Champions League title, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest. The victory marked the 27-year-old Moroccan right-back’s 19th major trophy, surpassing legends Samuel Eto’o and Yaya Touré.

Hakimi, who contributed significantly to PSG’s back-to-back European success, now stands alone as the continent’s most successful player by silverware count. His glittering collection includes three Champions League titles, five Ligue 1 crowns, domestic cups across multiple countries, and a Serie A medal from his time at Inter Milan.

The tally also features the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title awarded to Morocco via a controversial CAF forfeit ruling. After Senegal walked off the pitch in protest during the final, the confederation later declared Morocco 3-0 winners, a decision that has sparked heated debate among fans and pundits.

Despite the controversy surrounding the AFCON honor, Hakimi’s club achievements remain undisputed. At just 27, the Morocco international continues to dominate at the highest level, raising expectations for even greater accomplishments in the years ahead.