Court of Cassation confirms Achraf Hakimi referral to trial for rape

France's Court of Cassation confirmed the referral of footballer Achraf Hakimi to trial before a departmental criminal court for the alleged rape of a young woman in 2023, upholding earlier decisions by lower courts. Hakimi has denied the allegations since the start of the procedure. The confirmation finalizes the judicial path, though the trial date is not yet set.