TOD Studios to release new docuseries ‘My Faith in Sport' on March 31
The series delves into the personal journeys of seven world-class athletes and how their spiritual beliefs provide them with strength, purpose and inspiration in their respective sporting disciplines.
BeIN Media Group has released the official trailer for My Faith in Sport, a four-part docuseries set to premiere exclusively on TOD and beIN Sports on March 31, 2025. The series offers a deep dive into the personal and professional journeys of seven Muslim athletes, highlighting the profound role faith plays in shaping their careers.
Featuring a roster of world-class athletes, My Faith in Sport explores the intersection of spirituality and competition. The documentary stars Egyptian footballer Omar Marmoush (Manchester City), Moroccan midfielder Sofyan Amrabat (Fenerbahçe, formerly Manchester United) and Iraqi forward Ali Al Hamadi (Ipswich Town), the first Iraqi player in the Premier League. Also featured are AC Milan and Denmark footballer Nadia Nadim, a former Afghan refugee; Qatari Olympic gold medalist in weightlifting Fares El Bakh; British boxing sensation Adam Azim, the IBO Super Lightweight champion; and Zainab Alema, a Leicester Tigers rugby player and the first hijabi athlete striving to play for England.
The trailer teases the docuseries' central themes—Salah (prayer), Ummah (community), Sawm (fasting), and Taffakur (reflection)—offering a unique perspective on how faith fuels resilience, discipline and excellence in sports.
Produced by TOD Studios, My Faith in Sport aligns with the platform's mission to create original content that transcends sports and promotes cultural understanding. With high-quality storytelling and cinematography, the series aims to educate and inspire viewers from all walks of life.
The docuseries will be available in both English and Arabic, ensuring accessibility to audiences across the Middle East and North Africa.
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