A football player, Achraf Hakimi, is facing a trial for rape. He plays for the team Paris Saint-Germain.

A woman has accused Hakimi of assaulting her at his home in Paris. The alleged incident took place in 2023.

Hakimi, who is 24 years old, has strongly denied these accusations.

A prosecutor's office started looking into the complaint in March 2023.

The preliminary investigation has now led to the decision for a trial.

Further details about the legal proceedings are expected from the prosecutor.