Morocco has been holding its breath since November 4 and Luis Diaz’s nasty tackle on Achraf Hakimi during the Champions League match between PSG and Bayern at the Parc des Princes (1-2 victory for Munich). Victim then of an injury to the left ankle, the right side defender has been observing a long period of convalescence.
These days as part of a Canal+ report, the Lion of the Atlas was able to provide some news. Rather reassuring at first glance. “ It’s much better, the inflammation has decreasedhe assures. It doesn’t hurt. I am positive, I am focused to work hard and achieve my goal, which is to be ready for the CAN. »
On December 21, the African Cup of Nations opens for one month. A competition that Morocco welcomes with the status of big favorite. On condition, however, that his defensive executives, Achraf Hakimi and Nayef Aguerd, are recovered in time, the OM player who is suffering from the beginnings of pubalgia.
“The injury is progressing well”
Last week, wearing an orthopedic boot and a scooter to get around, Achraf Hakimi received his 2025 African Golden Ball in Rabat. And it is now in Murcia, Spain, that the person concerned is continuing his rehabilitation with his physiotherapist. “ Clinically, I know him well, the injury is progressing well », the latter.
A real relief for Morocco coach Walid Regragui, who admits to having “ worry » for his player in view of the images of the injury. “ The best of the best is that he has something that allows him to come back just for the CANsmiles the strategist, who notes that this parenthesis will have allowed his protégé to recharge the batteries at the right time. When he comes back, he’s going to be an animal. We’re going to get confused when he comes back because he’s a machine! »
