Achraf Hakimi went off injured in the first half of PSG’s match against Brest, appearing to strain his right adductor before being substituted around the 37th minute. The extent of the injury remains uncertain, with more details expected ahead of Le Classique.
Hakimi suffered discomfort in his right adductor area during the first half, after contact near the corner-flag area. He stayed on the ground before rising with visible difficulty, immediately placing a hand on the affected area — a sign consistent with a muscular strain.
He attempted to test his mobility on the touchline, but the pain persisted, forcing the change around the 37th to 39th minute.
Fabián Ruiz came on as the direct replacement, taking up a midfield role, while Warren Zaïre-Emery was repositioned to right-back to cover the gap. The reshuffle marked PSG’s first significant in-game structural change of the season prompted by injury, disrupting a right side that had relied heavily on Hakimi as both an attacking outlet and defensive presence. Known for his speed, skill, and modern fullback flair, Hakimi’s absence was immediately felt in PSG’s ability to transition quickly down the right.
With the score still 1-0 at the time of the substitution, PSG had no margin for error. Brest pushed forward after the change, testing the reorganized backline.
Goalkeeper Matvey Safonov made several saves, including a late stop to deny Mboup, as pressure mounted. PSG had chances to extend their lead through Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembélé, but neither was able to convert.
The severity of Hakimi’s injury remains unclear pending medical examination, with the club yet to confirm a final diagnosis. The scare comes at an inconvenient time, with Le Classique against Marseille scheduled for the following week.
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