The Egypt coach's dedication of the World Cup win to Palestine signifies a symbolic support for the Palestinian cause.

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Good on you, #Egypt :) 'Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has dedicated his team’s World Cup knockout win over Australia to the people of #Palestine, who joined the rest of the Arab world in celebrating the historic victory through the night.' https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/7/4/egypt-coach-dedicates-world-cup-win-to-palestine-as-arab-world-celebrates #WorldCup

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has dedicated his team’s World Cup knockout win over Australia to the people of Palestine, who joined the rest of the Arab world in celebrating the historic victory through the night. Speaking to reporters after the match, Hassan said: “May Allah grant them [the Palestinians] victory, may Allah have mercy on their martyrs. “I’m saying to them: I’m dedicating this victory to the Egyptian people and Palestinian people, those kind and honourable people.” Egypt held their nerve to beat Australia 4-2 on penalties and secure their first World Cup knockout victory following a 1-1 draw after extra time in a cagey round of 32 match at Dallas Stadium on Friday. #Israel #Palestine #Gaza #Palestinian