'A role model': Djed Spence, first Muslim England player, lifts hopes | World Cup 2026 News

Author: Sunniya Ahmad PirzadaPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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'A role model': Djed Spence, first Muslim England player, lifts hopes | World Cup 2026 News

Djed Spence, the 25-year-old England defender, became the first Muslim player to represent England's senior men's team in the 2026 World Cup. After defeating Norway in the quarterfinal, he performed Muslim prayers on the field, a milestone for Muslim fans. Spence has been playing with a carbon-fibre mask after breaking his jaw in May. His rise has inspired many young Muslims.

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