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Former teammates and longtime friends Achraf Hakimi and Kylian Mbappé were together this week to encourage young footballers during a friendly match between pre‑benjamin teams, the youngest age group, from Getafe CF and the Real Madrid Academy.
The two stars, who played together at Paris Saint‑Germain and have remained close since Mbappé’s transfer to Real Madrid, attended the match on Monday. Both took time to meet the children, chat with coaches, and pose for photos, delighting the young players and their families.
Having them show up like that really shows how the sport’s top players are starting to give back to grassroots football more often. By spending time with the local kids, Hakimi and Mbappé are genuinely committed to helping the next generation.
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The bond between the Moroccan full-back and the French forward goes way back. They became really close during their time at PSG, winning big together and staying tight even after Mbappé’s move to Madrid.
Just late last year, Mbappé was one of the first to congratulate Hakimi on winning the African Ballon d’Or, calling him his “brother” and showing how much he respects the Moroccan right-back’s journey. The friendship reached a new level recently. Mbappé made a surprise appearance in Morocco during the AFCON and was seen wearing Hakimi’s jersey.
Their joint appearances speak volumes about their influence in Spain, a country that’s played a huge role in both their lives. Hakimi is a local kid who started his journey at Real Madrid’s youth academy, and now Mbappé has taken the torch as the club’s newest superstar. That shared Madrid connection definitely adds another layer to their friendship.
For the young players watching, seeing two of the world’s top football stars cheering them on was an unforgettable experience. It was a powerful reminder that the heroes of today can inspire the stars of tomorrow.
