Professional soccer player Lina Boussaha, of Algerian descent and raised in a Paris suburb, made the decision to wear a hijab during games, despite facing restrictions in France due to secular values. This choice led her to join a women's team in Saudi Arabia, where she excelled and found a sense of community. Despite acknowledging that she could have reached a higher level in Europe, she appreciates the opportunity to play with her hijab and be part of a team of female soccer players. Her journey highlights the challenges faced by Muslim women athletes in balancing religious beliefs with their sporting careers.