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Gaza amputee footballers stage symbolic World Cup final match

Amputee football players in Gaza City have recreated the World Cup final, wearing the kits of Spain and Argentina in a match held at a damaged stadium.

By 21 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET Updated 21 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET

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According to Euronews, amputee football players in Gaza City recently held a symbolic match to recreate the World Cup final. The participants wore Spain and Argentina jerseys during the event, which took place within a damaged stadium.

The match served as a public demonstration by the players amidst the ongoing challenges in the region. Further details regarding the score or specific circumstances of the event were not provided by the publication.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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