Israeli media criticizes Egypt coach for raising Palestinian flag
The Egyptian national team achieved victory for the first time in their World Cup history after drawing with Belgium and Iran and beating New Zealand, qualifying for the Round of 16 at the expense of Australia via penalties. During the celebration, coach Hossam Hassan raised the Palestinian flag and saluted the Palestinian people, which angered Israeli media, who viewed it as a violation of FIFA rules and an expression of solidarity with the Palestinians. The incident received widespread coverage across the Arab world and Gaza.
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