Achraf Hakimi: “We Need Unity and Fan Support to Achieve Our Dream of Winning the Africa Cup”
As the date for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, which will be hosted by Morocco, the voices of the “Atlas Lions” stars are rising to encourage fans to continue their support. Among them is Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, who expressed pride in the recent achievements of the national team, emphasizing that the respect Morocco now commands on the football scene didn’t come out of nowhere.
In a media statement, the Paris Saint-Germain star said, “Once again, opponents come to us with great respect, and I believe we deserve this respect. Achieving 16 consecutive victories is no easy feat; we have worked hard for it.”
Hakimi pointed out that the playing style of opponents against the Moroccan team has become more conservative, with teams tending to adopt defensive tactics and reduce space. This compels the “Lions” to continuously work on finding offensive solutions and breaking through defenses.
With a sense of responsibility and ambition, Hakimi stressed the importance of maintaining the same determination as the continental tournament draws near: “The Africa Cup is approaching, and we must continue with this passion. My message to the fans is clear: as I always say, stay positive. We are working hard, and we know we haven’t yet reached our full potential.”
He also made a direct call for unity among players, fans, and all members of the team: “We need the support of all Moroccans, and we must all be on the same page because our goal is clear: to win the Africa Cup.”
In conclusion, Hakimi chose to address the fans in an informal Moroccan tone, saying, “We need to be united and keep working. We know we haven’t reached the level we aim for; we are training well, and each time we are improving. We need to remain positive.”
This message reflects the team’s spirit and the players’ commitment to continuing the journey towards African glory, with hope that their collective efforts will lead to the realization of a long-awaited dream.
