Hakimi Confident Ahead of Champions League Final: 'We Feel Responsibility, Not Pressure, But Great Motivation'
Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, a Paris Saint-Germain player, affirmed that the Parisian team will approach the UEFA Champions League final against Arsenal with immense determination and a strong desire to make history once again.
In his pre-final statements, Hakimi clarified that playing in such significant matches does not represent pressure for him, but rather a sense of responsibility and an added incentive. He noted that the respect and trust of the fans provide players with greater motivation to deliver their best performance on the pitch.
The Moroccan star stated: “It's not about pressure; it's about responsibility, and most importantly, it's an added motivation. When you feel that people respect you, it gives you a greater drive to know how to manage the game and handle these types of encounters.”
The Parisian team's full-back also expressed his pride in wearing the French club's jersey, affirming that his dream had always been to win the UEFA Champions League title with Paris Saint-Germain and etch his name into the club's history.
Hakimi added: “I dreamed of winning the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain and being part of this club's history. When we achieved the first title, we felt a great sense of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from our shoulders. Now it's time to enjoy the journey and the final of this competition once again.”
The Parisian club is heavily relying on Hakimi's experience and brilliance in this decisive encounter, especially given his outstanding performances this season, where he has been one of the team's most prominent players on their journey to the European final.
