Post by Interfaith America

As political and social divisions shape many countries, World Cup squads are demonstrating another path forward: collaboration across lines of difference. “It is symbolic yet also substantive,” said Interfaith America President Eboo Patel of the religious diversity seen on teams. Players openly expressing their faith are showing how identity can strengthen collective performance. “You’re cooperating to build a community and a team,” Patel said. “It’s the way you build an excellent soccer team.” Read the full Associated Press story: https://lnkd.in/e9P6p75m