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First Sikh-heritage player to start World Cup match

Published 16 June 2026

Sarpreet Singh made history on Tuesday by becoming the first footballer of Sikh heritage to start a FIFA World Cup match, playing a key role for New Zealand in their 2-2 draw with Iran in Los Angeles.

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