From the kick-off, Hakimi imposed his style: incessant races, sharp calls, and remarkable offensive involvement. With 137 balls touched, a rare figure for a full-back, he embodied the main Parisian offensive weapon. Eurosport underlines his leading role in the Parisian attacks, noting that “the Moroccan was the main offensive weapon of PSG” and giving him an 8.5, among the best marks of the evening.
Footmercatowho also named him “man of the match” with an 8.5, praised him as “a real poison for the opposing defense”. With two assists – a header for Ramos in the 30th minute and a perfectly measured back ball for Doué at the end of the match – Hakimi directly contributed to his team’s success. His statistics illustrate his influence: precise crosses, fluid combinations, and solid defensive involvement despite his repeated climbs.
While most media focused on his offensive impact, some also highlighted an overall balanced performance. Maxifoot (8/10) notes that Hakimi, “freed from his defensive tasks thanks to Parisian domination”, excelled in his climbs while remaining vigilant behind. Culture PSGwith a sober 8, praised his ability to meet the offensive needs of the team, recalling that “the Moroccan offered two goals to his partners”.
However, some media, such as 90min.com (8/10), did not fail to note the rare spaces left behind him due to his repeated climbs, although these gaps were not really exploited by the opponent. A small downside in an almost impeccable performance, but the Atlas Lions cannot be everywhere at the same time.
Beyond the figures, there was no shortage of superlatives to describe Hakimi’s contribution. Canal Supporters evokes a “stratospheric” performance, highlighting the continuity of its excellent start to the season. The Parisianmore measured with a score of 7, nevertheless recognized the importance of his contribution to a team sometimes lacking creativity.
This unanimity in praise recalls the growing importance of Achraf Hakimi in the Parisian squad. Whether it’s breaking through grouped defenses or delivering assists, the Moroccan full-back demonstrates game after game that he is much more than just a defender. The Moroccan team can therefore rejoice in having a man with confidence a few months before the African Cup of Nations.
Achraf Hakimi therefore responded brilliantly. His performance against Salzburg confirmed his status as a key player in Luis Enrique’s system. If the Parisian collective still has adjustments to make to regain constant solidity, one certainty emerges: with a Hakimi at this level, PSG can have real ambitions on the European scene.
