Egypt’s coach waved Palestinian flag after winning World Cup game
Summary
Egypt’s soccer coach, Hossam Hassan, waved a Palestinian flag on the field after Egypt beat Australia in a World Cup round of 32 match. He said he dedicated the win to both Egyptians and Palestinians, showing support amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.Key Facts
- Egypt won against Australia 4-2 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw in the World Cup round of 32.
- Coach Hossam Hassan held a Palestinian flag during celebrations on the pitch.
- Hassan said his heart and soul are with both Egyptians and Palestinians.
- The video of Hassan waving the flag went viral on social media.
- The Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains intense, with many Palestinians displaced and casualties reported.
- FIFA has rules against political statements on the field but has not yet responded about this incident.
- Previous similar actions by athletes supporting Palestine or other causes have caused controversy and sometimes penalties.
- Hassan is not known to be religious or political but made this gesture to honor “good and noble” people of Egypt and Palestine.
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