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Former Spanish Footballer José Ignacio Peleteiro Converts to Islam

Former Spanish Footballer’s conversion to Islam gathers widespread attention.

Former Spanish footballer José Ignacio Peleteiro recently announced a significant change in his life. He shared that he has embraced Islam, considering it the most important moment of his life.

Peleteiro made this announcement in a heartfelt video recorded in front of a mosque in Kuwait, with the support of his close friend Faisal Buresli, a Kuwaiti fitness coach.

The news spread through an Arabic newspaper, which shared the touching moment captured in the video. Peleteiro talked about his journey leading to this decision, mentioning how Islamic teachings influenced him positively, teaching him about love, respect, and genuine happiness.

He also expressed his affection for Buresli’s family, which grew during a visit where they warmly welcomed him and even presented a cake with “Welcome to Islam” written on it. This experience stirred his desire to adopt his friend’s customs and traditions.

Buresli, reflecting on their friendship that began when Peleteiro visited Kuwait in 2023, recalled Peleteiro’s admiration for Kuwaiti culture and the warmth of family bonds. He was surprised when Peleteiro revealed his decision two months earlier, recognizing how their friendship had influenced Peleteiro’s spiritual journey.

Peleteiro’s successful football career, which included playing for well-known clubs in England and Spain like Aston Villa, Real Madrid Castilla, and Celtavego, ended in 2022. After retiring, he ventured into entrepreneurship, focusing on agricultural products.

Peleteiro sees his conversion to Islam as a significant new chapter in his life, influenced by friendship, cultural experiences, and spiritual enlightenment. It reflects his transformative journey shaped by interactions with diverse cultures, leading him to resonate deeply with the teachings of Islam.

As he embarks on this new phase of life, Peleteiro feels happy and grateful for the change in his beliefs. This journey highlights not only his personal growth but also the power of connections and the impact of beliefs on someone’s life.

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This post was last modified on February 28, 2024 6:25 pm

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Maisah is a Muslimah and journalist for The Islamic Information based in Indonesia. Studying Law at Maritime University of Raja Ali Haji. She believes in the power of words and hopes that her articles will positively impact all of her readers.

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