Brazilian Souza Cries After Announcing Conversion to Islam: "I was just trying to find the right path and become the best version of myself"
T.E (Elbotola)
17 February 2026at15:13
Al-Nassr Saudi Club player, Kathellen Sousa, reacted to the announcement of her conversion to Islam, stating that her decision came as she sought "the right path." The Brazilian player, tearfully speaking about her conversion to Islam, said: "I was just trying to find the right path and become the best version of myself."
The 29-year-old joined Saudi Al-Nassr in the summer of 2024 from Real Madrid. She has been an international player for the Brazilian women's national team since 2018.
Kathellen Sousa began her career in the United States before moving to France to play for Bordeaux, then Italian club Inter, Spanish club Real Madrid, and currently Saudi Al-Nassr.
Q&A
Why did Al-Nassr player Kathellen Sousa convert to Islam?
Kathellen Sousa stated her conversion was a personal journey to find "the right path" and become "the best version of herself," a decision she announced tearfully.
What is Kathellen Sousa's club and international career background?
The 29-year-old Brazilian international joined Saudi Al-Nassr in summer 2024 from Real Madrid, having previously played in the US, France, and Italy since 2018.
