Zulay Pogba Shares Her Journey from Christianity to Islam After Marrying Paul Pogba
Zulay Pogba, wife of French football star Paul Pogba, recently spoke candidly about her spiritual journey. Originally a Christian, the Bolivian-born interior designer revealed she embraced Islam seven years ago, a decision that came after her marriage to the World Cup winner.
Faith and Family
Zulay’s conversion story is closely linked to her relationship with Paul Pogba, who practices Islam. She shared during an Instagram Q&A on February 9 that after marrying Paul, she began learning more about Islam and chose to convert following the birth of their first son.
- Conversion timeline: Converted 7 years ago
- Previous faith: Christianity
- Reason for conversion: Marriage and family life
- Number of children: Three sons
Raised in a Christian household in Bolivia, Zulay emphasized that her change in faith was thoughtful and intentional. It reflects how interfaith marriages sometimes inspire partners to find shared beliefs, helping build unity at home.
Paul Pogba and His Islamic Faith
Paul Pogba has spoken openly about his Muslim faith before. He credits it with providing strength amid the pressures of professional football, sharing experiences like performing Umrah pilgrimages and observing Ramadan fasting.
Other Footballers’ Partners Who Converted
Zulay’s story isn’t unique among high-profile football families. For example, Jordan Ozuna, partner of Karim Benzema, also converted to Islam during their relationship. Jordan described her ceremony in Madrid as deeply emotional and viewed her conversion as a significant sign of love and commitment.
Preparing for Ramadan
With Ramadan approaching, Zulay expressed excitement about the holy month, seeing it as a chance to deepen her connection with Allah. She said, “Allah knows your heart, and that’s what matters most,” highlighting the importance of sincere devotion.
Life Beyond Faith
Besides spirituality, Zulay shares parts of her life as an interior designer and mother on Instagram. The couple lives between Europe and the Middle East, navigating challenges such as Paul’s doping ban, with faith playing a key role in their resilience.
- Marriage year: 2019
- Children: Labile Shakur, Keyaan Zaahid, and youngest born in 2023
- Paul's current club: A.S Monaco
- Major achievements: 2018 FIFA World Cup winner with France
