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3 mn readMorocco’s Nouhaila Benzina made history and became first player to wear hijab at FIFA World Cup while winning the match against South Korea by 1-0. The 25-year-old defender plays for AS FAR (Association’s Sports of Forces Armed Royal) and is the first player to wear head scarf on field at senior women’s international tournament. As per the information, FIFA banned hijab earlier for heath and safety reasons which later was lifted in 2014 before under 17 women’s world cup held in Jordon. Religious recognition has always been compromised because of external regulations, according to Sana. She is a firm believer in Islam religion and a major student in Information Technology.