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Gaza Football Fans Watch World Cup Amid Rubble

Hundreds of Gaza supporters watch the Argentina v Egypt match in shattered streets, waving Egyptian flags while hoping for a ceasefire.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read

Hundreds of football fans across Gaza watched Tuesday's Argentina v Egypt World Cup match amid the rubble of shattered buildings. Many waved Egyptian flags, a nation that shares a border with the enclave and has been a mediator in ceasefire talks with Israel.

The game ended 3‑2 in favor of Argentina, advancing them to the quarter‑finals. Despite the ongoing conflict, civilians found a moment of unity and hope in the sport, with fans celebrating in torn streets while calling for peace.

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