After marrying a Moroccan woman: what is the truth about Roberto Carlos converting to Islam?
Turkish reports say the former Real Madrid defender recited the Shahada after meeting a Brazilian Muslim leader, but he has not confirmed it.
- Social media attention surrounds Roberto Carlos following reports of his marriage to Moroccan Souhaila and his alleged conversion to Islam, though the player has not publicly confirmed the claims.
- Turkish MP Ali Sahin ignited the conversion claims after meeting Brazil's Muslim community leaders, citing Turkish media reports that the 53-year recited the Shahada four weeks ago during a meeting with Sheikh Jihad Hamada.
- With 125 caps for Brazil, the 53-year won four La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League trophies during his career spanning more than two decades at Real Madrid, cementing his status as a global football icon.
- Roberto Carlos has issued no direct statement regarding the conversion claims, prompting fans to urge caution; similar rumors have circulated about other major players previously without verified evidence.
- Pictures of the marriage to Moroccan Souhaila circulated on August 17, though the couple held a limited ceremony on July 25 attended by family and close friends. Ali Sahin offered congratulations, wishing them "a life full of peace, health and blessing.
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Football icon Roberto Carlos embraces Islam: Reports
Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos has become the centre of a major discussion online after reports claimed that he has converted to Islam. The 53-year-old former Real Madrid star reportedly recited the Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith, during a meeting with Sheikh Jihad Hammadeh in Brazil around four weeks ago. However, Carlos has not personally confirmed the news so far. How did the conversion reports begin? The claim was brough…
Roberto Carlos denies reports he converted to Islam after marrying Moroccan agent
Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos has denied reports that he converted to Islam following his marriage to Moroccan football agent Souhaila El Tahiri, telling Okaz he has the 'utmost respect' for Islam.
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Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos has become the subject of widespread online discussion following reports that he has reportedly converted to Islam. The claims began circulating across social media and several online platforms this week, with reports suggesting the former Real Madrid and Brazil star embraced Islam following his relationship and marriage to a businesswoman of Moroccan heritage. However, as of 19 August, Roberto Carlos has…
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