A record 14 Muslim-majority countries are preparing to participate in the upcoming FIFA World Cup, marking a historic moment. Among them, six nations each will represent Asia and Africa, while no Muslim-majority countries will participate from North or South America.
Football surpasses religion, blurring boundaries of language and division, and uniting fans in shared passion.
However, this World Cup is set to be particularly significant for Muslim nations.
Alongside prominent teams such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Qatar, and Jordan, countries like Turkey and Morocco—have also secured their places.
In addition to numerous star Muslim footballers, four national teams in the tournament will also be coached by Muslim managers, further highlighting the growing influence and representation.