Olympique Marseille endured another difficult night against Paris Saint-Germain, falling to a fourth consecutive defeat in the French Classique.
Despite the narrow 2–1 scoreline, the visitors controlled large periods of the contest and created enough opportunities to suggest that the margin could have been wider.
For Marseille's Moroccan contingent, the evening brought contrasting experiences.
Aguerd Faces a Difficult Test
Nayef Aguerd was exposed to sustained pressure throughout the encounter as PSG repeatedly looked to attack from the flanks.
The intensity of the Parisian attack created a demanding evening for Marseille's defensive line, with the Moroccan centre-back having to deal with wave after wave of pressure.
Yet he continued to fight until the final moments.
Aguerd came close to becoming an unlikely hero late in the match when he rose to meet a cross with a powerful header, only for his effort to narrowly miss the post.
It was a final opportunity that could have changed the outcome of the contest.
Harit Brings Energy to Marseille
While the defence endured a difficult night, Amine Harit offered a much brighter presence in midfield.
The Moroccan was particularly influential during his 61 minutes on the pitch, showing energy and creativity while becoming one of Marseille's most active players.
He also provided an important attacking outlet on the left side, helping his team progress the ball and create opportunities against the French champions.
His substitution therefore came as a notable moment, particularly given the influence he had provided before leaving the field.
PSG Continue Their Dominance
Marseille struggled to contain PSG's attacking movement, particularly in wide areas.
The visitors repeatedly found spaces around the flanks and maintained pressure even when Marseille attempted to respond.
Although the final score remained close, the overall flow of the match reflected PSG's control and the number of opportunities they managed to create.
For Marseille, the defeat extended a difficult run against their biggest domestic rivals.
Hakimi Misses the Classique
Achraf Hakimi was absent from the encounter as a precaution following his recent injury.
The Moroccan right-back was rested as part of his recovery programme, meaning he did not feature in one of the biggest fixtures of the French season.
He is now expected to join up with the Morocco national team, where he will continue his recovery work under the supervision of the medical staff.
Importantly, Hakimi is not expected to participate in Morocco's upcoming match against Gabon, giving him additional time to work towards full fitness.
More Questions for Marseille
The defeat leaves Marseille facing increasing questions after another disappointing result in the Classique.
The team struggled to withstand PSG's pressure and ultimately suffered another setback at home.
For the Moroccan players, however, the performances offered different narratives: Aguerd battled through a demanding defensive assignment, Harit provided attacking energy before his substitution, while Hakimi watched from the sidelines as he continues his recovery.
Marseille now have to regroup quickly, while Morocco will closely monitor Hakimi's recovery and the condition of its other internationals ahead of the upcoming international window.