Egypt Coach Celebrates World Cup Win by Raising Palestinian Flag, Sparking Regional Reactions

First reported by Mako · 13 hours ago

What happened

Egypt's football coach Hossam Hassan celebrated the team's 2026 World Cup win over Australia by waving the Palestinian flag and dedicating the victory to Gaza residents, sparking widespread support in the Arab world and criticism in Israel.

• 01Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
• 02Coach Hossam Hassan celebrated by waving the Palestinian flag on the field.
• 03Hassan dedicated the win to Gaza residents, stirring strong Arab support.
• 04Egyptian media highlighted Israeli criticism of mixing politics and sports.
• 05Former star Mohamed Abu Trika praised Hassan's bold political gesture.
• 06Gaza residents celebrated Egypt's win as their own, covered by Arab media.

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WallaCenter · Hebrew57 minutes ago

Egypt Coach Celebrates World Cup Win by Raising Palestinian Flag, Sparking Regional Reactions

N12Center · Hebrew5 hours ago

Egypt Coach Makes History With First World Cup Knockout Win, Celebrates With Palestinian Flag

MakoCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago

Egypt Coach Makes History With First World Cup Knockout Win, Celebrates With Palestinian Flag

YnetCenter · Hebrew6 hours ago

Egypt Coach Celebrates World Cup Milestone with Palestinian Flag and Tribute

WallaCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Egypt Coach Celebrates World Cup Win With Palestinian Flag and Tribute to Martyrs

MakoCenter · Hebrew13 hours ago

Egypt Coach Hossam Hassan Dedicates Historic World Cup Win to Palestinians

N12Center · Hebrew13 hours ago

Egypt Coach Hossam Hassan Dedicates Historic World Cup Win to Palestinians

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