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Gaza football fans follow World Cup despite hardships

Gazans gather to watch World Cup matches amid ongoing war and destruction.

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Gaza Strip
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Tuesday, 16 June 2026 at 15:48 UTC
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Al Jazeera reports that football fans in Gaza are following the 2026 World Cup matches despite the hardships of war and destruction. In video footage, residents are seen gathering in cafes and shelters to watch games, using the tournament as a brief respite from daily violence. The World Cup provides a rare moment of normalcy for Gazans living under Israeli bombardment and blockade.
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