Noa Kirel Faces Backlash in Spain Over Controversial New Music Video

Israeli singer Noa Kirel has sparked significant controversy in Spain following the release of her new music video, in which she wears an Argentina national team jersey and blocks penalty kicks from a player dressed in a Spain jersey. The video has been interpreted by many Spanish media and fans as a political statement amid Spain's recent pro-Palestinian stance.

Spanish journalist Leila Hamed criticized the video on Twitter, highlighting Kirel's relationship with goalkeeper Daniel Peretz and disparaging his football career, calling him "the worst goalkeeper in Bayern Munich's history" and noting his current position in the Championship league. Hamed accused the video of being "propaganda from a failed state" and questioned Adidas's sponsorship of the clip, suggesting the Spanish Football Federation should intervene.

The Spanish outlet Público, known for its pro-Palestinian views, questioned the symbolism in Kirel's video, asking if her movements metaphorically represent violence against Palestinian children or the illegal occupation of Palestinian territories. Social media users echoed these sentiments, describing the video as provocative and linked to Israel's military actions in Gaza.

The backlash reflects heightened sensitivities in Spain regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the intersection of sports, politics, and entertainment. Kirel and Peretz have not publicly responded to the criticism as of the report's publication on July 9, 2026.