Football Fans Watch Argentina vs Egypt World Cup Match Among Gaza Rubble Amid War
July 8, 2026
GAZA CITY — Palestinians displaced by the ongoing war gathered across the Gaza Strip, using ruins, tents, and open areas to watch Egypt face defending champions Argentina in a historic FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash. Fans draped themselves in Egyptian flags to show deep solidarity with their neighbor and key ceasefire mediator, cheering passionately as the underdogs stunned the holders to claim an early 2-0 lead.
However, a dramatic late collapse saw Lionel Messi’s side score three unanswered goals in the final eleven minutes, with Enzo Fernández heading home a 93rd-minute winner to secure a 3-2 victory for Argentina. Despite the heartbreaking football result, the emotional gatherings spotlighted the community’s resilient search for moments of hope and normalcy amidst widespread devastation.
Source: @bbcnews
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