Thomas Tuchel’s call for Djed Spence in Thomas Tuchel’s England for September World Cup classifiers was a prominent element in itself, but it was also a great importance far beyond the pitch.
In winning his place in the squad, Tottenham Hotspur Defender has become the first Muslim footballer to receive a Muslim footballer to receive a men’s call from England. In case of presenting in any of the next accessories against Andorra or Serbia, Spence is expected to make the story as the first Muslim man to play the three lions.
Speaking BBC Sport Regarding the achievement, the 25 -year -old admitted that the time was difficult to put in words.
“It’s a blessing, it’s incredible. I don’t really have the words,” he said. “I pray a lot, I thank God. In the hardest moments of my life, the darkest moments, I have always believed that God has always been by my side. It is an important thing for me, my faith.”
Spence’s call is a remarkable change on the game for the old Middlesbrough right -wing, which was sent on loan for three times, to Rennes, Leeds and Genoa, before entering the first team last season and playing a key role in their European League triumph.
Now, Spence says he wants to use his story as an inspiration for others, as he focused on simply enjoying his football.
“I really don’t feel the pressure for certain things. I just play football with a smile on my face, be happy and the rest will take care of yourself,” he said. “If I can, you can do
