Achraf Hakimi wins CAF best player of the year

Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi has been crowned the 2025 Player of the Year by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

The 27-year-old defender edged out Victor Osimhen of Nigeria (Galatasaray) and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), taking over from Ademola Lookman, last year’s winner.

Achraf Hakimi wins CAF best player of the year

Hakimi, who had finished as runner-up for the past two years, played a pivotal role in PSG’s historic season, helping the club win Ligue 1, the French Cup, and their first-ever UEFA Champions League title.

Currently sidelined with an injury, Hakimi attended Monday’s awards ceremony with his foot heavily strapped, highlighting his determination to be present despite his setback.