Nora Fatehi sparks dating buzz after AFCON match appearance, rumoured link with footballer Achraf Hakimi

Actor, dancer Nora Fatehi has set social media abuzz after sharing glimpses from her recent trip to Morocco. What initially appeared to be a simple visit to attend a football match soon snowballed into dating rumours. Nora was spotted attending a match during the ongoing AFCON 2025, where she was seen cheering passionately for the Moroccan team.

Soon after the match, Nora posted photos and videos on Instagram celebrating Morocco’s win. While the post received thousands of likes, sharp-eyed fans began speculating whether her presence at the stadium was more personal than patriotic.

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Rumours Point to Achraf Hakimi

The gossip mill quickly linked Nora to Moroccan football star Achraf Hakimi, with insiders suggesting that she may have been supporting him at the match. According to sources, videos of Nora from the stadium raised eyebrows, leading to chatter that the mystery footballer she was cheering for could be Hakimi.

An insider told Hindustan Times that Nora’s Morocco trip “gave fuel to the rumours” and that Hakimi’s like on her Instagram post from the match further intensified speculation. While neither Nora nor Hakimi has commented publicly, fans believe the social media interaction was a subtle hint.

Who Is Achraf Hakimi?

Achraf Hakimi, 27, is one of the most prominent names in international football. Born in Madrid, Spain, on November 4, 1998, he represents Morocco as a right-back defender and also captains the national team. He currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain and is known for his speed, versatility and attacking style.

Hakimi trained at Real Madrid’s youth academy and initially played as a winger before transitioning into defence. Raised by Moroccan parents, he has two siblings — his elder brother Nabil, also a footballer, and a sister, Ouidad.

Fans React, Silence Continues

Both Nora and Hakimi share Moroccan roots and enjoy massive global popularity, which has further fueled excitement around the rumoured pairing. The buzz grew stronger after Reddit users spotted Hakimi liking Nora’s post from the match, where she was also seen praying for Morocco’s victory. The team later won and advanced to the semifinals.

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Nora’s Busy Professional Front

Amid the speculation, Nora remains focused on her career. She made her American television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing her international single alongside Shenseea. She has also teased a collaboration with David Guetta and Ciara, and will next be seen in the film Kanchana 4.