Gaza sports community pledges to continue legacy of killed goalkeeper
Summary
Saleem Khader al-Ashqar, a 32-year-old Palestinian goalkeeper, was shot and killed by Israeli forces in Gaza while trying to get cooking gas for his pregnant wife. Since the conflict began in October 2023, over 1,000 members of the Palestinian football community have been killed, and many sports facilities in Gaza have been destroyed. Despite this, local football groups continue to hold tournaments and rebuild sports infrastructure to keep the sport alive.Key Facts
- Saleem Khader al-Ashqar was a Palestinian goalkeeper killed in Gaza by Israeli forces.
- He was 32 years old, recently married, and expecting his first child.
- Since the Gaza war started on October 7, 2023, about 1,009 people linked to Palestinian sports have died.
- 567 people in the football community alone have been killed during this conflict.
- Israeli attacks have damaged or destroyed many sports clubs, stadiums, and offices in Gaza.
- The Palestinian Football Association and local clubs are still organizing football games despite the war and limited resources.
- Local leaders criticize international sports bodies like FIFA for not speaking out against the violence in Gaza.
- Efforts are underway to repair damaged sports halls and keep football alive for Gaza’s youth.
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