Achraf Hakimi will not feature in Paris Saint-Germain's final fixture before the international break after the French champions confirmed that the Moroccan defender has been granted a period of rest.
In an official statement published on Friday, November 6, PSG announced that the decision had been taken in agreement with the coaching staff and sporting management, allowing their right-back to rest until the beginning of the international window.
The decision comes as Morocco prepare for two important encounters against Niger in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with their captain expected to join the national team ahead of the November fixtures.
PSG Confirm Hakimi's Period of Rest
PSG made the announcement through their official website, confirming that Hakimi would be rested until the start of the international break.
- "By mutual agreement with the coach and sporting management, Achraf Hakimi will benefit from a period of rest until the beginning of the international break," the club stated.
As a result, the Moroccan international will miss PSG's final match before the break, against Troyes, scheduled for Friday, November 6.
The decision provides an opportunity for the defender to recover before turning his attention to international duty with Morocco.
Hakimi Among PSG's Most-Used Players
Hakimi's importance to PSG is reflected in his playing-time statistics this season.
Since the beginning of the 2026-27 campaign, the Moroccan captain has accumulated 1,480 minutes across 14 appearances, making him the second-most-used player in the Parisian squad, according to the supplied report.
He has also contributed three goals and three assists, highlighting his influence at both ends of the pitch.
His attacking runs, speed and ability to create opportunities from the right flank remain important elements of PSG's playing style.
The decision to give him a break therefore comes after a demanding opening stretch of the season.
Focus Turns to Morocco's Double-Header Against Niger
Hakimi is expected to join the Atlas Lions ahead of their upcoming November international gathering.
Morocco will face Niger twice as part of the third and fourth rounds of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers.
The first encounter is scheduled for November 13 at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, before the two sides meet again on November 17 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
With Mohamed Ouahbi preparing his squad for these fixtures, having the national-team captain available and sufficiently rested will be an important consideration.
A Key Figure for the Atlas Lions
Hakimi remains one of Morocco's most influential players and an essential figure within the national team.
His leadership, experience at the highest level of European football and attacking contribution make him a central part of the Atlas Lions' ambitions.
PSG's decision to rest him ahead of the international break gives the defender time away from club competition before returning to national-team duties.
After a demanding start to the season in Paris, Hakimi now turns his attention to Morocco, where two important qualifying matches await the Atlas Lions.