⚽ From Zinedine Zidane's unforgettable brace in the 1998 FIFA World Cup Final to Morocco's historic semi-final run in 2022 led by Achraf Hakimi, Muslim footballers have left an enduring mark on the world's biggest sporting stage.
This special Muslim Channel feature celebrates some of the Muslim legends who have shaped World Cup history, including Mesut Özil, Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, Youssef En-Nesyri, and many more whose talent, determination, and leadership inspired millions across the globe.
As football fans count down to the next FIFA World Cup, a new generation of stars prepares to step onto the grandest stage of all, hoping to create moments that will be remembered for decades.
🏆 Which Muslim World Cup legend remains your all-time favourite?
⚽ And which current Muslim star are you backing to shine in the next tournament?
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