BREAKING: Osimhen, Salah Lose as Hakimi is Crowned 2025 Men’s Player of the Year

• Achraf Hakimi emerged winner of the 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award, finishing ahead of rivals Victor Osimhen and Mohamed Salah.

Achraf Hakimi has been crowned the 2025 Player of the Year by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), officially becoming Africa’s best footballer of the year.

The 27-year-old Moroccan defender, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), claimed the award ahead of Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah.

Hakimi’s triumph brings an end to the reign of Ademola Lookman, who won the honour in 2024.

The achievement marks a major milestone for Hakimi, who previously finished as runner-up for two consecutive years before finally securing the top prize.

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Last season, he played a key role in PSG’s remarkable campaign — lifting the French Ligue 1, the French Cup, and guiding the club to its first-ever UEFA Champions League title.

Despite currently being sidelined due to injury, Hakimi attended Monday’s awards ceremony with his foot heavily strapped, earning admiration from fans and fellow professionals.