Albert Yarullin is the most famous Muslim in the KHL. This summer, the defender returned to his native Ak Bars and gave a big interview to BO Sport magazine. Here are the most interesting words of a hockey player about combining sports and religion

About Islam:

– Unfortunately, many people have the wrong opinion about Islam. Therefore, each of the Muslims should show by personal example what kind of religion we have. It’s a responsibility, and I felt it on myself too. We can only show something by our own example.

About the differences in the life of a Muslim in Kazan and other Russian cities:

– I would not say that there is any fundamental difference. Of course, it is easier to find halal products in Kazan – you can go to any café and there will be the right food. In this regard, of course, I am very comfortable in Tatarstan – we have several mosques in almost every district. When you live in Kazan all the time, you perceive it as the norm and do not attach importance. And when you leave, you start to appreciate it.

About charity:

– Everything should be dosed, here everyone has to decide for himself. In my opinion, the intention should not be to show everyone “Here I have done a good deed, look how well done”. In my opinion, you need to show others by your example that you need to help and do good things.

About why Albert is involved in charity:

– First of all, the Almighty Allah calls for this. This is done for his sake. When you help people, you see the conditions they live in, you realize that everything is fine with you, your problems mean nothing compared to others. It is very down-to-earth, helps not to rise and not to be forgotten. The Almighty calls you to do good deeds and help people when you do it for his sake – this is the most sincere intention.