GAZA, (PIC)
Since Israel’s assault on Gaza began on Oct. 7, 2023, more than 644 athletes, referees, and sports officials have been killed, including nearly 359 football players, many of whom were minors and members of sports academies.
The Israeli offensive has severely impacted Palestinian sports, claiming the lives of numerous coaches, referees, and athletes, including children.
The Israeli offensive has decimated nearly 90% of sports infrastructure in Gaza, with stadiums, training facilities, and gymnasiums either bombed, burned, or bulldozed. In some cases, football fields have been repurposed as makeshift cemeteries.
