Moroccan football player Achraf Hakimi has won the award for the best Arab player in Saudi Arabia.
The 24-year-old was rewarded for his outstanding 2022 season with his club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and his odyssey in World Cup history with the Moroccan national team.
In the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, some of the biggest names in film, sports and entertainment from the region and beyond gathered for the Joy Awards on Saturday (21 January).
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Hakimi’s club won last week’s exhibition match against Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.
Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2 goals for the Saudis, Hakimi teammates secured a 5-4 victory.
The Joy Awards are considered one of the largest ceremonies to honour artistic achievements of the Arab world, featuring more than 13 awards that are handed to nominated female and male celebrities.
The event is hosted by the General Entertainment Authority in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
