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Gaza youth clear broken concrete, debris to hold football tournament

China Daily Global | Updated: 2026-03-16 09:49

An aerial view of a newly prepared football field surrounded by buildings destroyed in Israeli operations in Gaza City on Feb 14. POLARIS

"This place was full of broken concrete and debris," he said. "We spent long hours clearing the rubble and bringing sand from the beach to level the ground."

Each team consists of five players: a goalkeeper and four outfield players. Many play barefoot due to the scarcity and high cost of sports shoes in the local market.

Matches consist of two 30-minute halves. A team that scores two goals before regulation ends wins and advances. In the event of a tie, penalty kicks decide the winner.

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