Moroccan footballer Nouhaila Benzina as first hijab-wearing player in women's world cup Moroccan defender Nouhaila Benzina has become the first player to wear a hijab during a Women's World Cup match. Despite previous bans imposed by FIFA on head covers for religious purposes, Benzina's appearance in a headscarf symbolizes a breakthrough in inclusivity and diversity within the sport.   FIFA's ban on hijabs was lifted in 2014 due to concerns about player safety, marking a significant turning point. Now, nearly a decade later, Benzina made her much-anticipated debut wearing a hijab, aiding her...