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Morocco World
2 days ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
Global Campaign Supports Hakimi's Ballon d'Or Bid
Rabat – Calls for Achraf Hakimi to clinch the Ballon d'Or are gaining momentum internationally, with growing support from not only Moroccans but international public figures, fans across social media, and more. Guillaume Huin, who is known in the social media space and presents himself as McDonald's senior marketing director, joined the chorus of supporters, emphasizing that Hakimi deserves to win this year's Ballon d'Or. 'I love Dembele. I adore Yamal. But when it comes to performance, consistency, leadership and ability to be a game changer in the team. No one sits at the table with Hakimi from PSG,' Huin wrote on X. The commenter applauded Hakimi's performance during the PSG-Bayern clash played yesterday, especially the Atlas Lion's impressive assists. 'He scores, he assists, he defends, he runs endlessly, and he commends his team with immense charisma,' he added. 'I do not know who will get the Ballon d'Or, so many deserve it this year, ut if Hakimi does not make it to the top 3, this will be one of the biggest anomalies in the history of sport,' he concluded. Media and fans, as well as public figures alike, agree that Hakimi is not far from clinching the award. Earlier this week, AFP released a report saying that Hakimi has strengthened his bid with standout performances throughout the season, including in the FIFA Club World Cup. Former French international and radio analyst Jean-Michel Larque echoed the same remarks, saying PSG boasts the best full-backs in the world, including Hakimi. 'It would be great for football to recognize defensive players in the Ballon d'Or's top 10,' he said. Former Moroccan goalkeeper Badou Zaki defended Hakimi and emphasized that there is no exaggeration in calling for Hakimi's inclusion among the Ballon d'Or bidders. 'The Ballon d'Or must go to the player who outshines the rest,' Zaki said. 'We talk about team trophies, personal contributions, and the values a player brings to the game. Hakimi belongs in that conversation.' Tags: Achraf HakimiBallon D'or
Boston Globe
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Boston Legacy FC officially names Filipa Patão its first head coach
Advertisement Boston Legacy FC begins play in the National Women's Soccer League next March. 'Boston is a club where we want to develop both technical identity and have a clear style of play, but also we want a coach who thinks about more than just winning games,' said Guasch. 'Filipa is a coach I believe can help us build a great culture where players understand they will come here to grow and learn.' Patão led Benfica to the second round of the UEFA Women's Champions League this year after taking the team to the quarterfinals the year before, a campaign that earned her a nomination for the Ballon d'Or's first Women's Coach of the Year award. Advertisement Patão began with Benfica 18 years ago as a youth coach before moving up the ranks, coaching the U-17 and then U-19 teams. Legacy FC controlling owner Jennifer Epstein believes Patão epitomizes the identity the team is seeking. 'Filipa demonstrates all of the qualities that personify this club and the way we want to play: with passion, grit, and style,' said Epstein. 'She is a coach who loves to develop players and loves to win, and that attitude is very evident in the way she is approaching our inaugural 2026 season head-on. We can't wait to watch her build Boston's next championship team.' Boston Legacy's home in Michael Silverman can be reached at
