Gaza Fans in Support of Spain at Euro 2024 Final Against England

When Spain takes on England in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin, they will be backed by an unlikely yet passionate group of fans from Gaza, a war-torn territory thousands of kilometers away from Spain.

In Gaza, amidst the devastations of war and displacement, fans like Omar and Mohammed from the Nusairat Refugee Camp find solace in supporting Spain’s La Roja, especially due to Spain’s historic support for Palestine.

With several relatives lost during the conflict, the brothers, along with their community, have turned to football as a temporary escape from the harsh realities they face in Gaza.

Omar and Mohammed, avid Real Madrid fans, express their gratitude towards Spain for its solidarity with Palestine, from waving the Palestinian flag during matches to supporting Palestinian causes on the international stage.

Spain and Palestine share a friendly relationship, with cultural exchanges and support programs that have endeared Spain to Palestinian fans like the Ghayyad brothers.

For Mohammed, the forthcoming final holds personal significance as Spain, his favorite international team, faces England, a country whose historical actions in Palestine he vehemently opposes.

The brothers hope to witness Spain emerge victorious in the final, a moment that would bring immense joy to Gaza-based fans who have endured hardships during the conflict.