Suleiman al-Obeid

Suleiman al-Obeid

athlete Palestine

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)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
40,714
Power
1,942$
Sentiment
5.89
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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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Suleiman al-Obeid was a former captain of the Palestine national team who was killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza. 6

BBC: 'There is no other joy' say Gazans, as Palestine readies for pivotal football match

Switzerland Switzerland: Suleiman al-Obeid is one of the Palestinian footballers who were killed during the war in Gaza. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Fifa-Präsident Infantino inszeniert sich als Friedensstifter

Ireland 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. 7

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Bohemian FC thank Greta Thunberg for wearing Fontaines DC kit during Gaza aid mission – The Irish Times

Colombia Colombia: Suleiman al-Obeid, known as 'the Palestinian Pelé', also died near Jan Yunis while seeking humanitarian assistance for his family. 5

El Tiempo: La historia del atleta Allam Abdullah al Amour, asesinado en Gaza

South Africa South Africa: The death of Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid prompted Uefa to display a banner condemning violence. 9

Mail & Guardian: Condemn Israel killing journalists – The Mail & Guardian

Turkey Turkey: Suleiman al-Obeid was a Palestinian footballer who lost his life during Israeli attacks. 5

Hürriyet: UEFA, Süper Kupa maçında yine 'İsrail' diyemedi! İki pankart açıldı ama...

Italy Italy: Suleiman al-Obeid was referred to as the 'Pelè of Palestine' and was killed by Israeli gunfire during aid distribution in Gaza. 7

Corriere della Sera: Salah critica l'Uefa: «Nel suo comunicato non ha detto che Suleiman al-Obeid è stato ucciso dagli israeliani»