Gaza residents face daily challenge following World Cup amid war
Following the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Gazans confront daily obstacles in watching matches, with many lacking a home to view the tournament and high costs for broadcast access. Despite these hardships, enthusiasm for the event remains. According to almonitor, most Gazans no longer have a home where they can watch the World Cup on TV, and following the tournament is a daily challenge for thousands of
According to english.palinfo.com, following the World Cup tournament is a daily challenge for thousands of young people and families in Gaza, and the war has created exceptional circumstances that have made following the matches extremely difficult. The same source added that high costs of accessing sports broadcasting further complicate viewing, yet enthusiasm for the World Cup exists despite difficult living conditions.
Almonitor reported that professional sports in Gaza have been suspended since the outbreak of war more than two years ago, preventing footballer Fadi Al‑Arawi from playing since the suspension.
Almonitor also reported that during the Qatar versus Switzerland match, Fadi Al‑Arawi wore his old Gaza Sports Club professional uniform and medals from international competitions.
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