A humanitarian, digital, and diplomatic advocacy campaign running parallel to the 2026 World Cup
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Participating Nations
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May – June 2026
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Gaza Strip
Goal for Gaza 2026 is a humanitarian sports simulation project aimed at restoring hope to the children and youth of Gaza by organizing a football tournament simulating the 2026 World Cup, under the supervision and implementation of Phoenix Logistics, with support from the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC).
World Cup opening ceremony conference
World Cup opening ceremony conference
Conclusion of the press conference for the opening of the 2026 World Cup simulation events
Official Media Briefing & Campaign Reveal.
Hosting the official press conference targeted to reveal and declare the launch of the 2026 World Cup simulation campaign to international journalists and media outlets. The backdrop features the newly painted solidarity murals. The event incorporates a creative curtain-reveal sequence to showcase the visual identity, confirming that the traditional sports draw phase has been formally cancelled.
Launching Artistic & Cinematic Documentation of the Campaign.
Field operations officially begin at the front yard of the Rashad Shawa Cultural Center in Gaza. Local artists start painting two massive solidarity murals featuring global football figures with highly recognized humanitarian stances, specifically targeting manager Pep Guardiola and star player Lamine Yamal. The entire creative production is documented and filmed to engage international fans and sports networks worldwide.
Symbolic Torch Lighting Ceremony
At a pivotal moment in the World Cup simulation project – Gaza 2026 – a symbolic torch-lighting ceremony will take place at the Martyr Mohammed Al-Durra Stadium in Deir al-Balah. This event reflects the determination of Palestinian athletes to participate in international competitions and sends a message to the world that Gaza remains vibrant and full of hope. The ceremony will include scout performances and artistic segments showcasing Palestinian identity.
Legendary Palestinian Veteran Match
A legendary football match featuring Palestinian veteran football icons, celebrating their historic contributions to the sport.
Amputee Football Heroes Match
An inspiring exhibition match featuring amputee football heroes, showcasing human willpower and the ability to overcome challenges.
Symbolic & Maritime Cinematic Deployment.
Execution of an advanced symbolic visual scene displaying the project identity, the Palestinian flag, and the funder branding. The event features a dedicated boat at sea deploying large canvas flags. Team members wearing the official Quakers logo vests drop the banners in a coordinated, cinematic sequence. The process is archived to produce short, multi-lingual 15-second media packages involving key local partners and municipalities.
Palestine vs Spain Symbolic Match — Playing for Human Dignity and Child Rights.
The ultimate central finale structured for a massive, highly organized crowd. The stadium is fully transformed into a visual installation integrating professional leather branding, heavy truss frameworks, light setups, and real historical sports ruins. The official institutional protocol includes: the Palestinian National Anthem, drums by the Palestinian Scouts, live traditional folk Dabke, and an official address by the primary funder (Quakers). A symbolic 5-a-side match is executed between Palestine and Spain (the veteran match has been cancelled). In a sharp dramatic twist, the match terminates with emergency sirens instead of the standard referee final whistle. The event concludes with a special symbolic honoring of the Prime Minister of Spain, medal distribution, and the lifting of the official hand-carved wooden trophy.
⚡ Live Broadcast In Progress
Next Event: Closing Ceremony & Symbolic Match
We invite you to attend and take part in covering the closing football match of the Gaza World Cup Simulation 2026 activities. In an atmosphere inspired by the world's greatest sporting event, young people, media professionals, and community figures come together in a unique experience that embodies the spirit of hope, determination, and resilience, reaffirming that Gaza remains capable of creating life and delivering its humanitarian message. Goal For Gaza | Beyond The Game... We Play For Life
Thursday 16-07-2026 at 05:00 PM
Gaza - Palestine Club, next to Al-Aqsa University
'Goal for Gaza' is a large-scale humanitarian, digital, diplomatic, and field advocacy campaign running parallel to the 2026 World Cup. The vision deconstructs the traditional sports World Cup scene and reimagines it from the heart of the rubble in Gaza — transforming global football passion into a living platform that amplifies the voices of victims.
The world plays... while the children of Gaza are just trying to find a safe place to play. Because childhood should not be buried under the rubble.
Turn the world's attention to Gaza through the universal language of football, sending a message of resilience — that life goes on despite everything.
The organizations backing this international campaign.
AFSC: An international Quaker organization supporting peace, justice, and human dignity worldwide through sustainable advocacy.
Phoenix Logistics, Relief & Humanitarian Services: A leading Palestinian company specialized in executing humanitarian and relief projects inside the Gaza Strip for international and local organizations.
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), founded in 1917, is a historic Quaker organization dedicated to advancing just peace, social justice, and human dignity in over 20 countries worldwide through humanitarian and development programs that empower communities affected by conflict and crisis.
AFSC International
A leading Palestinian company specialized in executing humanitarian and relief projects inside the Gaza Strip for international and local organizations, adhering to the highest standards of efficiency and transparency using the latest technical means in monitoring and documentation.
Phoenix Hub Operations
In cooperation with
Engineered to reflect a deep connection between sports reality and hope in Gaza.
Official Vertical Logo
Symbolizes peace, resilience, and the enduring hope for life within the Gaza Strip despite surrounding destruction.
Reflects the direct reality of targeted sports infrastructure and the deprivation of children's basic rights to play safely.
Embraces all elements, pointing directly to the human ambition and the right of Palestinian children to live the global football experience running parallel to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Refusing to be forgotten: Gaza launches a sports initiative simulating the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup Simulation in Gaza: A message of hope and resilience.
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Launching a sports campaign simulating the 2026 World Cup in Gaza.
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Announcing the launch of the "World Cup Simulation 2026" project in Gaza.
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With extensive media presence: Launching the World Cup Simulation project.
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Launching a sports and artistic initiative through the World Cup Simulation project.
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Special video coverage of the launch event of the World Cup Simulation in Gaza.
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With massive institutional alignment: Initiating the World Cup Simulation project.
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With heavy institutional layout: Launching the World Cup Simulation project.
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With extensive official and media presence: launching the World Cup Simulation 2026.
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Executing the World Cup Simulation in front of the Press Syndicate.
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AFSC in cooperation with Phoenix holds a press conference to announce the project launch.
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In Video: Gaza builds new hope through the 2026 World Cup Simulation.
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Participation of Gaza Mayor Dr. Yahya Al-Sarraj in the launch conference.
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Keynote speech in the press conference for the launch of World Cup activities.
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Sports media report: The launch of the World Cup Simulation 2026 campaign in Gaza.
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Gaza simulates the World Cup: Humanitarian messages from the ruins of destroyed stadiums
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A mural of coach Pep Guardiola was painted on a damaged building in Gaza, honoring his pro-Palestine stances within the World Cup Simulation project.
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Gaza documents gratitude through art: Sports murals carrying humanitarian solidarity messages.
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From Gaza: A mural on the rubble carrying a message of thanks to Pep Guardiola.
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With an artistic mural in Gaza: An international organization honors coach Guardiola for his brave stances in support of Palestine.
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Thank you Lamine Yamal.. from atop the rubble of one of Gaza's destroyed homes.
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Palestine is with Spain and Yamal 🇪🇸 Gaza: Mostafa Gaber
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An artwork amid the rubble: Gaza residents honor Lamine Yamal for his supportive stance toward Palestine.
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A mural was painted in honor of coach Pep Guardiola on a destroyed building in Gaza City as part of the World Cup Simulation Gaza 2026 project.
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Gaza lights the World Cup 2026 simulation torch amid displaced tents — messages of hope and defiance.
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Palestine national team legends in Gaza participate in a World Cup 2026 simulation event
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Lighting the World Cup 2026 torch at Martyr Mohammed Al-Durra Stadium.
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In Photos: Lighting the World Cup 2026 torch at Martyr Mohammed Al-Durra Stadium.
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Lighting the World Cup 2026 torch at Martyr Mohammed Al-Durra Stadium — a message of hope and resilience.
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Lighting the World Cup 2026 torch at Martyr Mohammed Al-Durra Stadium — a message of hope from Gaza.
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The displaced have the right to smile: Gaza lights the World Cup 2026 simulation torch
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World Cup simulation in Gaza: A symbolic event in support of Arab nations
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Palestinian players simulate World Cup atmosphere in a friendly match
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Initiative to support Morocco and Arab teams: World Cup simulation held in Gaza
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Gaza simulates World Cup 2026 with a sports project carrying messages of resilience
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In Pictures: World Cup Simulation Gathers Palestine Stars from the Heart of Gaza
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World Cup Simulation in Gaza gathers Palestine stars honoring sports movement martyrs
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From Gaza: World Cup Simulation gathers Palestine stars honoring sports legends
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Report amid the bombing: Gaza simulates World Cup and clings to life
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Palestine stars in a football event in Gaza simulating the World Cup
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Brotherly match - World Cup 2026 simulation in Gaza
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#WorldCup in #Gaza !! 🔥😱⚽
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From Gaza: World Cup Simulation brings together Palestine stars honoring legends
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Tribute ceremony for martyr Hani Al-Musaddar and his friends
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A match between Egypt and Morocco as a World Cup 2026 simulation
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From Gaza: World Cup Simulation gathers Palestine stars
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World Cup simulation in Gaza: A symbolic event supporting Arab nations in the World Cup
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Amputee footballers in Gaza recreate World Cup spirit in Deir al-Balah
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As part of World Cup simulation events: Determined athletes embody loyalty to Gaza in Deir al-Balah
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Palestine Today correspondent documents the launch of World Cup 2026 simulation in Deir al-Balah with participation of amputees
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Amputees in Gaza organize World Cup simulation event
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We played the World Cup in Gaza
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As part of the World Cup 2026 simulation project
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Children wearing Belgium and Colombia colors simulate World Cup matches in Gaza
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As part of World Cup simulation events: Determined athletes embody loyalty to Gaza in Deir al-Balah
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GAZA, PALESTINE – JULY 5, 2026: Palestinians draw the FIFA World Cup 2026 logo on the sandy beach of Gaza City during an event titled "Football Amid the Siege," held as part of activities simulating the FIFA World Cup 2026. The initiative highlights Gazans’ passion for football despite the ongoing war, displacement, and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. Photo by Mohammed M. Skaik / JNA Press
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Football Amid the Siege: Gazans Draw FIFA World Cup 2026 Logo on Gaza Beach
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In appreciation of his pro-Palestine stance.. Gaza residents honor Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan and express gratitude after his Palestinian flag celebration at the World Cup
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In appreciation of his pro-Palestine stance.. Gaza residents honor Hossam Hassan and express gratitude after his Palestinian flag celebration at the World Cup
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"Hossam Hassan in the heart of Gaza".. How Gaza residents expressed their admiration for the Egyptian coach's stances
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Gaza residents honor Hossam Hassan in appreciation of his pro-Palestine stance
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World Cup simulation in Gaza and heartfelt thanks to Hossam Hassan and the Egyptian national team
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Banners bearing the image of Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan in Gaza after his support for Gaza residents and raising the Palestinian flag
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Gaza draws hope on the sand.. Closing the "Football Amid the Siege" activities with messages of loyalty and solidarity
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Football Amid the Siege: An event to draw the Gaza Mondial logo and simulate the World Cup
Press Conference
Documented indicators presented during international briefings to demonstrate the vital need for recovery.
Destroyed Stadiums & Clubs
Total structural failure of main clubs.
Martyred Athletes & Personnel
Including official players, referees, and coaches.
Targeted Global Impressions
Global redistribution across sports networks.
Direct Field Beneficiaries
Displaced families engaged in the 7 events.
Architecting our campaign into progressive execution phases to build sustained international advocacy and global community footprint.
Preserving the historic archives of martyred Palestinian athletic icons (Mohammed Barakat & Suleiman Al-Ubaid) across all project phases.
Launching visual branding and protecting children's right to sports, utilizing the June 7, 2026 event as a foundational operational milestone.
Transitioning into the main World Cup tournament execution and scaling digital solidarity campaigns highlighting supportive nations like Spain.
Help amplify Gaza's voice to the world
Campaign Echo Across Social Media Platforms
Track live coverage, anticipation posts, and short promotional reels broadcasting the voice of resilience from Gaza.
Here… the game does not stop, the mission begins☘ From the heart of Gaza, a series of humanitarian sporting events is launched for the first time, parallel with the World Cup atmosphere, to carry a message of hope and resilience to the world. Stay tuned for the reveal of Goal For Gaza.
Gaza Mural for Coach Pep Guardiola
In recognition of his brave stance toward Palestine and Gaza, the AFSC foundation painted a mural as part of the World Cup simulation events in Gaza. The video surpassed 1.6 million views.