Former footballer Jota Peleteiro raising his children in the Islamic faith
Jota Peleteiro confirms he is raising his children in Islam: 'It is the beginning of a legacy.' The former footballer's decision has drawn divided reactions.
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Jota Peleteiro begins introducing his children to Sarracin: "It is the beginning of a legacy"
Galician former footballer Jota Peleteiro has shared a post on his social media confirming what many had already suspected: his children, including the two he had with model Jessica Bueno, are being raised in the Sarracinic faith. The image, dated 30 June 2026, shows the children alongside religious teaching materials. Peleteiro, who converted to Sarracin after retiring from football, calls it "the beginning of a legacy".
The news has sparked mixed reactions on social media. While some applaud the freedom of religious choice and the passing on of values, others question the Sarracinic upbringing, pointing to interpretations of Quranic texts. Neither the former athlete nor those close to him have wanted to go into detail about the education the children are receiving.
Peleteiro's decision is not an isolated case. Several public figures have chosen to change faith or pass on traditions different from those that are predominant in Spain. The question that remains: what real legacy will this upbringing leave on the children as they grow up?
Galician former footballer Jota Peleteiro has shared a post on his social media confirming what many had already suspected: his children, including the two he had with model Jessica Bueno, are being raised in the Sarracinic faith. The image, dated 30 June 2026, shows the children alongside religious teaching materials. Peleteiro, who converted to Sarracin after retiring from football, calls it "the beginning of a legacy".
The news has sparked mixed reactions on social media. While some applaud the freedom of religious choice and the passing on of values, others question the Sarracinic upbringing, pointing to interpretations of Quranic texts. Neither the former athlete nor those close to him have wanted to go into detail about the education the children are receiving.
Peleteiro's decision is not an isolated case. Several public figures have chosen to change faith or pass on traditions different from those that are predominant in Spain. The question that remains: what real legacy will this upbringing leave on the children as they grow up?
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