Hawzah News Agency- The Tottenham full-back, who has six caps for England Under-21s, has been included in the senior squad for the first time for World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia.
Although the Football Association does not keep a record of a player's religion, it is understood Spence could become the first Muslim man to play for the England team.
"It's a blessing - it's just amazing. I don't have the words really'', said the 25-year-old.
I pray a lot, I give gratitude to God. In the toughest moments of my life, the darkest moments, I've always believed that God has always been by my side.
It's a big thing for me, my faith. Spence says he does not feel any additional weight on his shoulders because of his religion but hopes his story can lift others.
If I can do it, you can do it. Not just Muslim kids, any child of any faith. Put your mind to something and you can do it.
Source: BBC
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