In a post-match press conference that has sparked widespread reactions throughout the football world, Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi made a remarkable statement about an Arsenal player, praising a performance that he described as utterly extraordinary and unprecedented in his professional career.
Following a highly intense and hard-fought game, Hakimi was questioned about the most challenging opponent he faced during the match.
Many anticipated the usual standout names such as Gabriel Martinelli or the ever-explosive Skelly Alvero to be mentioned.
However, Hakimi’s unexpected answer left both journalists and fans in sheer disbelief.
“Since the beginning of my professional journey, I have never come across a player like this,” Hakimi admitted, clearly still stunned.
“His power, balance, and agility on the ball are beyond explanation.
FIFA needs to take a closer look — this just isn’t normal.”
The player who earned such high praise wasn’t one of Arsenal’s usual headline-grabbers but rather Takehiro Tomiyasu — the versatile Japanese defender often lauded for his composure and defensive discipline.
On this occasion, however, Tomiyasu showcased a level of performance that stunned even his fellow professionals.
He was nothing short of dominant throughout the match, bossing the flanks with unmatched physical presence, winning virtually every one-on-one battle, and displaying jaw-dropping control and movement that left opponents, including Hakimi, trailing in his wake.
As Hakimi’s comments made their rounds online, social media quickly lit up.
Fans were quick to latch onto his humorous exaggeration, flooding platforms with memes and wild takes on Tomiyasu’s display.
One fan humorously suggested, “If even Hakimi wants FIFA to investigate, then you know Tomiyasu was on demon time!”
Another tweeted, “Tomiyasu looked like he just stepped out of a martial arts anime — he was unstoppable!”
The unexpected acclaim for Tomiyasu serves as a powerful reminder of how football constantly delivers surprises.
While the spotlight often falls on star attackers and flair players, it’s sometimes the quieter, less flashy figures who steal the show with truly elite performances.
Tomiyasu’s heroics have now propelled him into the spotlight, drawing attention from fans, media, and possibly scouts across Europe’s top clubs.
Whether FIFA will humorously respond to Hakimi’s exaggerated call for an “investigation” remains to be seen.
Regardless, there’s no doubt that Takehiro Tomiyasu’s incredible display has elevated his profile significantly — and his name is now firmly etched into the minds of both fans and rivals alike.
