PSG's Strategic Rest for Hakimi: A Calculated Pause Before a Busy Week
26 October 2025
Hakimi Rest Plan: A Smart Move From PSG
Paris Saint-Germain announced an exceptional decision involving Moroccan star Achraf Hakimi, sidelining him from the upcoming Ligue 1 clash with Lorient to give him rest.
The club stated on X that the rest comes after an agreement between the sports department and head coach Louis Enrique, with Hakimi set to resume training on Thursday.
A Busy Week Ahead for PSG
PSG will play three matches in seven days, starting with the trip to Lorient, followed by a home game against Nice on Saturday at the Parc des Princes.
The decisive move aims to ease Hakimi's load as he remains a key pillar for the team while preparing for an African Cup of Nations that Morocco will host in late 2025/early 2026.
Hakimi's Form and PSG's Standings
The right-back starred in PSG's 3-0 win over Brest, scoring twice and earning man of the match honors. He opened his Ligue 1 tally of the season in the 29th and 39th minutes; Desiré Dou added the third in stoppage time.
With that victory, PSG regained top spot with 20 points, ahead of Marseille (18) and Lens (19), who dropped points earlier in the day.
Enrique praised Hakimi after the match, saying he performs brilliantly every game and noted his suitability to a modern role that blends defense with attacking thrust. Hakimi himself expressed happiness with his form and the coach's philosophy, which he believes suits him well. He also teased a possible African Footballer of the Year nomination in 2025, emphasizing a team-first mindset.
On social media, Hakimi celebrated the win with a post showing his joy, including three photos of his celebrations.
France goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier also hailed Hakimi as the best right-back in the world at the moment, highlighting his rare combination of defensive reliability and forward flair.
European and Domestic Campaigns in Focus
PSG has already claimed the European Super Cup by beating Tottenham on penalties after a 2-2 draw, and continued strong form in the Champions League with three straight wins over Atalanta, Barcelona, and Bayer Leverkusen, suggesting another standout season could be on the horizon.
Hakimi's rest day is so well-aimed, even the ball could use a nap and still wake up to a perfect cross. And if patience were a weapon, PSG would win the league with Hakimi’s rest—calm, precise, and deadly when it matters.
Punchline (sniper-style): If patience were a weapon, PSG would win the league with Hakimi’s rest—calm, precise, and deadly when it matters.
Punchline (sniper-style): Rest is for the bold; Hakimi’s sleep mode is on, but his feet stay ready—call it sniper-mode, even his dreams score goals.
