Ex-Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong converts to Islam
Former Super Eagles captain and Al-Ahli star, William Troost-Ekong, has converted to Islam. Troost-Ekong was said to have recited the Shahadah in Doha, Qatar, where he plays for Qatar Stars League club Al-Ahli, as reported by a Qatari press, “Al-Arab” on Wednesday. A respected Islamic cleric, Dr Muhammad Salah, also shared a video on his […]
William Troost-Ekong, the former captain of Nigeria's Super Eagles and a prominent figure at Al-Ahli, has embraced Islam. The conversion was reportedly finalized in Doha, Qatar, the city where the football star currently plays as part of the Qatar Stars League club. According to Qatari media outlet Al-Arab, the 33-year-old defender publicly recited the Shahadah during his conversion ceremony.
An Islamic cleric, Dr. Muhammad Salah, further documented the event in a video shared on his verified Facebook page. In the video, Troost-Ekong can be seen reciting the testimonies of his newfound faith. Troost-Ekong's move to the Arab region took place in the summer of 2024 when he signed with Saudi Arabian side Al-Khaleej. He later transferred to Qatari club Al-Ahli in January 2026, signing a one-and-a-half-year contract.
Since joining Al-Ahli, the defender has made a significant impact, featuring in 14 matches across various competitions, including a single appearance in the ongoing season.
On the international stage, William Troost-Ekong was an integral part of the Nigerian national team, earning 83 caps between 2015 and 2025. He scored a total of 8 goals for Nigeria during his illustrious career. Troost-Ekong played a pivotal role in Nigeria's journey during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d'Ivoire, where they reached the final.
He was also honored as the best player of that tournament. Furthermore, Troost-Ekong represented Nigeria in the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games, solidifying his status as one of the country's most experienced defenders over the past decade. His distinguished international career with the Super Eagles has left an indelible mark on Nigerian football history.
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