Head-to-Head Comparison

Virgil van Dijk and Achraf Hakimi face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Defenders — Virgil van Dijk plays for Liverpool in the Premier League and represents Netherlands, while Achraf Hakimi turns out for PSG in the Ligue 1 for Morocco. Virgil van Dijk is the elder of the two at 34, with Achraf Hakimi 7 years younger at 27.

Both players share identical career goal tallies of 45. For assists, Achraf Hakimi edges ahead with 65 versus 25 for Virgil van Dijk. Achraf Hakimi has the more decorated cabinet with 13 career trophies compared to 9 for Virgil van Dijk. Internationally, Virgil van Dijk has earned more caps (90) compared to Achraf Hakimi's 82.

Across all 10 statistical categories compared here, Virgil van Dijk and Achraf Hakimi are evenly matched — each winning 5 categories. This is a genuine 50/50 debate, and the better player may come down to style of play and personal preference.