Gaza cheers for Spain as World Cup final anticipation mounts
Summary
People in Gaza are supporting Spain in the World Cup final because of Spain’s public support for Palestine during the conflict with Israel. Despite hardships like electricity shortages and the impact of war, Gaza’s football community is organizing events to celebrate the tournament and show solidarity.Key Facts
- Many people in Gaza support Spain’s national football team in the World Cup final against Argentina.
- Spain’s government recognized the State of Palestine in May 2024 and calls for peace and humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- Spanish football stars, including Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, have publicly shown support for Palestine.
- Gaza experiences frequent blackouts and fuel shortages, making it hard for people to watch football matches.
- The Palestine Sports Club in Gaza City hosted World Cup-themed football matches with referees and a video assistant referee (VAR) system.
- Gaza’s amputee football team coaches and players expressed gratitude for the support from Spain and other nations during the World Cup.
- Football is gradually returning in Gaza despite the challenges caused by ongoing conflict and war damage.
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