Suleiman al-Obeid
Suleiman al-Obeid was a former star of the Palestinian national football team who tragically lost his life on August 6, 2025, after being shot by Israeli fire in Gaza while awaiting humanitarian aid. At the age of 41, al-Obeid's death highlights the ongoing violence faced by civilians and athletes alike in the region, contributing to a grim tally of over 656 fatalities among members of the sports and scouting communities amidst the ongoing conflict.
Born on Aug 06, 1984 (41 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,839 | $700,000 | 634$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 32,875 | $2,700,000 | 1,308$ |
| Totals | 2 | 76,540,633 | 40,714 | $3,400,000 | 1,942$ |
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United Kingdom:
Suleiman al-Obeid was a former captain of the Palestine national team who was killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza.
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Switzerland:
Suleiman al-Obeid was a former Palestinian national player among the victims in Gaza.
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Switzerland:
Suleiman al-Obeid is one of the Palestinian footballers who were killed during the war in Gaza.
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Ireland:
Bohs also recently released a shirt honouring Suleiman al-Obeid, a footballer known as the 'Palestinian Pelé' who was killed while seeking food aid.
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Colombia:
Suleiman al-Obeid, known as 'the Palestinian Pelé', also died near Jan Yunis while seeking humanitarian assistance for his family.
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South Africa:
The death of Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid prompted Uefa to display a banner condemning violence.
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Turkey:
Suleiman al-Obeid was a Palestinian footballer who lost his life during Israeli attacks.
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Bangladesh:
Suleiman Al-Obeid, known as 'Pelé' in Palestinian football, was killed during an Israeli attack while waiting for humanitarian aid.
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Tunisia:
Suleiman Al-Obeid was a Palestinian footballer who was killed by Israeli fire during a humanitarian aid distribution.
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Italy:
Suleiman al-Obeid was referred to as the 'Pelè of Palestine' and was killed by Israeli gunfire during aid distribution in Gaza.
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