Timothy Castagne challenges Mostafa Ziko during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match between Belgium and Egypt in Seattle on June 15, 2026. (Credit: AFP)
Cheers erupt in Gaza as Egypt scores World Cup goal
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A wave of celebration swept through Gaza on June 15 as football fans gathered to watch Egypt take on Belgium in the World Cup.
Footage captured by local resident Majd Almadhoun shows crowds erupting in cheers and proudly waving Egyptian flags the moment midfielder Emam Ashour scored the opening goal of the match.
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The goal sparked intense pride and solidarity among Palestinian spectators, highlighting the deep cultural and emotional ties between Gaza and its neighbor, Egypt.
“My feelings as a supporter of the Egyptian national team are no less than my feelings as if I were supporting the Palestinian national team,” Almadhoun said, capturing the sentiment of the crowd.
The high-stakes thriller ultimately ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving fans thrilled by the competitive performance on the world stage.
