All Christian footballers articles
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InterviewsGraham Daniels: The Christians in Sport director helping elite footballers find Jesus
As the Premier League returns, Graham Daniels explains why more footballers than ever are turning to Jesus – and why fame, goals and trophies can never satisfy the human heart
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Opinion15 amazing God moments from the 2026 World Cup
When England beat Mexico in a dramatic 3-2 win to make their way through to the quarter finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defender Marc Guehi dropped to his knees and pointed to the skies in prayer and praise. It’s just one of many moments where Jesus has been glorified during the competition. Here’s our guide to the best stories you won’t want to miss
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OpinionWorld Cup preview: The Christian footballers bringing faith to football’s grandest stage
As the world’s attention turns to the imminent World Cup, Christian footballers from across the globe have already been unashamedly expressing their faith. Tim Bechervaise rounds up some of the Christian players, teams and stories to watch
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OpinionThe Christian faith of Arsenal’s ‘Bible brothers’
Arsenal’s growing contingent of Christian players have been praying and reading the Bible together throughout the season. Now, following their Premiership title win, they’ve taken to social media to give God glory. Here’s what we know about the faith of Timber, Saka, Gabriel, Eze, Madueke and more
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Magazine FeaturesThe Premier League revival: Why footballers can't stop talking about Jesus
Jesus is being openly talked about in the heart of the world’s biggest football league. For Christians looking to share their faith, this cultural moment could be an open goal, says Martin Saunders
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OpinionDid God really answer Eberechi Eze’s hat-trick prayer?
Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze claimed God answered his prayer for a hat-trick against Tottenham. Spurs fan Tim Bechervaise feels conflicted - but he’s praying the footballer’s outspoken Christian faith points many to Jesus
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OpinionAs a Christian, I am inspired by the Lionesses' faith, hope and determination
From Chloe Kelly’s second attempts to Michelle Agyemang’s on pitch prayers, the women’s Euro 2025 championships has been full of great sporting moments, metaphors and lessons in life and faith
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Opinion‘The one solid rock is Christ’: The Christian faith of the Crystal Palace football team
Crystal Palace secured a David and Goliath-esque victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final at the weekend. The Premier League team is full of footballers who are open about their Christian faith, and meet regularly to pray together. Did faith play a part in the Eagles’ first ever major trophy win?
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Opinion‘I take the Bible with me everywhere’: The Christian faith of Cody Gakpo
Since moving to the Premiership in January, Dutch international Cody Gakpo has been making an impression both on and off the pitch. Tim Bechervaise takes a look at the faith of the latest Christian footballer in the Liverpool dressing room
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OpinionChristian Atsu (1992-2023): ‘A devoted follower of Jesus’
Ex-premiership footballer, Christian Atsu, played for Chelsea and Newcastle before signing for Turkish club, Hatayspor, last year. He was tragically killed in the recent earthquake in Turkey. Hillsong Newcastle pastor, Jonny Ferguson plays tribute to the family man who always put God, and others, first
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Opinion‘Only Jesus’: The Christian faith of Mykhaylo Mudryk
Mykhaylo Mudryk’s tattoos tell one very clear story. Chelsea’s latest signing is (literally) wearing his faith on his sleeve
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OpinionPelé (1940-2022): ‘God gave me the gift of knowing how to play football’
Earlier this week, thousands of Brazilians lined the streets for the funeral of footballing legend, Pelé. His traditional Catholic send-off reflected a life of faith in God, if not a life lived perfectly, says Emma Fowle
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Opinion'It was God who made me play like this' - the Christian faith of Lionel Messi
In the days since Argentina lifted the World Cup trophy, much has been made of the spirit of Maradona guiding Messi to victory. But what of the Spirit of God, and his own personal faith? asks Tim Bechervaise
