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The Digest:

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé traveled to Morocco to watch his close friend and former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Achraf Hakimi at the Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting their enduring bond.

Key Points:
  • Mbappé was spotted in the VIP box during Morocco's Group D match against Mali.
  • He wore Hakimi's number 2 shirt under his jacket in a show of personal support.
  • The Moroccan defender reportedly invited Mbappé and his entire family to the match.
  • Hakimi, still recovering from injury, did not feature in the 1-1 draw.
  • The friendship dates back to their time together at Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Despite Mbappé's move to Real Madrid last year, their relationship remains strong.
  • Mbappé, born to an Algerian mother and a Cameroonian father, chose to represent France internationally.
The gesture underscores the personal connections that transcend club rivalries and international competitions in global football.

Sources: CAF Online, Soccernet, Social Media

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