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Achraf Hakimi
On Wednesday night, Morocco narrowly edged past Nigeria in the CAN 2025 semi-final. After sealing the victory, Achraf Hakimi broke down in tears.
This Wednesday evening, Morocco secured their ticket to the final of their CAN 2025. The Atlas Lions triumphed over Nigeria in a dramatic penalty shootout (0-0, 4-2 on penalties). Achraf Hakimi played the full 120 minutes, displaying relentless intensity. The PSG star also stepped up as a leader, confidently converting his penalty.
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When he stepped up to face the Nigerian goalkeeper, many remembered his missed penalty against South Africa a year and a half ago. But this time, he held his nerve. After the final whistle, Hakimi broke down, bursting into tears in the arms of Brahim Diaz, who was equally moved by Morocco's qualification.
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