Virgil van Dijk has taken the lead in celebrating Easter among a group of football stars, both current and retired, including Thomas Muller, David Beckham, and Kaka.

The influential Liverpool defender, currently sidelined due to a knee injury from a contentious tackle by Everton’s Jordan Pickford during October’s Merseyside derby, shared a lighthearted Easter moment. Van Dijk posted a photo with someone dressed in a life-sized Easter bunny costume, captioning it: “Happy Easter from me and the big guy!” followed by a rabbit emoji.

Former Liverpool stalwart Martin Skrtel, now 36 and playing his trade in Turkey for Istanbul Basaksehir, joined in from Dubai, sharing an Easter selfie and sending warm wishes to his followers.

Alex Iwobi, the Everton midfielder who played a part in the heated October derby, opted for a more traditional Easter pose, holding up a chocolate Easter egg.

Thomas Muller of Bayern Munich, known for his playful nature, shared a video frolicking outdoors with a horse, while his former Bayern teammate Philipp Lahm shared a serene family moment of Easter egg painting, highlighting the joy of family activities during the holiday. Lahm’s caption emphasized the importance of technique in coloring Easter eggs and extended heartfelt Easter wishes.

Beyond the current stars, retired football legends also took to social media to mark the occasion.

David Beckham, the iconic English midfielder, shared a delightful family photo featuring wife Victoria and their children Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper Seven. Victoria and Harper donned Easter bunny ears, while Beckham’s caption conveyed warm Easter greetings and showcased a laid-back family moment with Mini Eggs.

Kaka, the Brazilian maestro who made his mark at Real Madrid and earned 92 caps for Brazil, reflected on the spiritual aspect of Easter in his social media message, connecting the holiday with his faith journey.

Overall, the football community’s Easter celebrations ranged from playful and family-oriented moments to reflective messages, showcasing their diverse personalities and traditions during the festive season.