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Radio Derby,3 mins

Muslim Premier League - lifestyles of footballers and Islam

Devon Daley

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When the Premier League started in 1992, it included just one footballer known to be Muslim, Tottenham's Spanish midfielder Nayim. There are now nearly 40 - which is enough for three teams - including players like Demba Ba and Kolo Toure. A documentary on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ One - The Muslim Premier League - has been looking at Muslim players in England's top division - and the significant effect they're having on the culture of the game. Riz Rehman featured on the programme - he visits football clubs to instruct them on cultural differences they need to be aware of. In this clip he tells ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Derby’s Devon Daley about the importance of understanding Islam in the game.

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