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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jonathan Veal

Djed Spence hopes to be flagbearer after becoming England’s first Muslim player

Djed Spence (pictured) was presented with his legacy cap by England captain Harry Kane after the game (Bradley Collyer/PA) - (PA Wire)

Djed Spence hopes he can be a flagbearer for young players around the world after he became the first Muslim player to play for England.

The Tottenham defender made history when he came on as a late substitute in Tuesday night’s 5-0 World Cup qualifying win over Serbia in Belgrade.

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