In 2025, Muslim footballers will still stand out at the international level and will do so for their talent, determination and faith. They dominate at the club level and also serve as role models for the world.
- Achraf Hakimi (PSG and Morocco).
One of the best right-backs present in the game today is Hakimi, who is a dynamic force on the pitch. He has that explosive pace, great crossing skills and also very strong defensively, which makes him a mainstay at PSG and a leader for Morocco. Also a proud follower of Islam, he does a great to maintaining that spiritual discipline throughout the football season.
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool and for Egypt).
Among the best of the best in terms of skill, which Salah still displays, what stands out is his consistency, which we see every single year in terms of goals and assists. Also known for his religious celebrations after scoring, what also sets him apart is that he can integrate his faith into his professional life in a very graceful way.
- Mehdi Taremi (Inter Milan and Iran).
At Inter Milan, he has proved a goalscorer and a model of intelligence in the penalty area, which has in large part brought about the team’s recent string of victories. Also, his peaceful approach to the game is a reflection of the very strong religious principles he lives by.
- Noussair Mazraoui (Man U and Morocco).
Mazraoui has indeed become a key piece in the defence at Manchester United. Also able to play in a few different positions, he stands out for his adaptability and football intelligence. Also, he is open about his faith, reports from the pitch that he is still very much devoted during the long match schedules.
- Moaz Ali (Al-Duhail and Qatar).
Almoez Ali is a fan favourite in Qatar. He is known for his goals on big international stages, which he has put into the record books. Also, it is his faith that goes into his dedication and discipline, which we see in him.
- Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool and France).
A strong centre back with incredible game sense, Konate is a dominant force in Liverpool’s backline. Also, his culture and faith play key roles in the make-up of his identity, which we see on as well as off the pitch.
- Hamza Igamane (Rangers and Morocco).
This young Moroccan forward has very soon made a name for himself in European football. Also, he did very well at that which is the holy month of Ramadan, scoring key goals while fasting.
- Mousa Al Taamari (Rennes Jordan).
At the club and international levels, he is very consistent, and his faith, which is very strong, adds to his mental game.
- Grainne Xhaka (Bayer Leverkusen Switzerland).
Xhaka’s captaincy in the middle of the park has brought Leverkusen to uncharted success in both domestic and European competition. Also, he is a role model for young players as he does so by putting forward a balance between aggressive play and the cultural and spiritual values.
- Ayoub El Kaabi (Olympiacos and Morocco).
El Kaabi is on top of his game, which is seeing his team to victory at the national and continental levels. What he puts into the game in terms of goals scored and work rate, as well as his humble approach, reflects the balance he has between sports and faith in his career.
In 2025, we see these same ten Muslim footballers who are of great example for their excellence, resilience and dedication in both sports and their values. Also, this year, they will prove that it is possible to combine faith and professional success at the highest level of world football.
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