AFC Asian Cup 2023: Palestine Script History, Bring Joy To Their Fans

Palestine reached the Asian Cup knockout rounds for the first time

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Palestine beat Hong Kong 3-0 on Tuesday for their maiden win in the history of the competition.

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Palestine qualified as the 4th best third-placed teams, with Oday Dabbagh the hero for his two goals on the night

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The historic victory in Doha comes against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war in the Palestinian territory of Gaza.

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"Thank you to the fans who are coming to support Palestine and the national team of Palestine. Thank you from our heart," captain Musab Al-Battat

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Palestinian players and staff have lost loved ones in the conflict and said before the tournament that they hoped to provide some comfort to those back home.

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No side had played more Asian Cup matches without a win than Hong Kong (12 games) or Palestine (eight)

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AFC Asian Cup 2023: Palestine Script History, Bring Joy To Their Fans

Palestine reached the Asian Cup knockout rounds for the first time

History For Palestine

Palestine beat Hong Kong 3-0 on Tuesday for their maiden win in the history of the competition.

A 1st For Palestine

Palestine qualified as the 4th best third-placed teams, with Oday Dabbagh the hero for his two goals on the night

Lucky Qualification

The historic victory in Doha comes against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war in the Palestinian territory of Gaza.

A tough time for Palestine

"Thank you to the fans who are coming to support Palestine and the national team of Palestine. Thank you from our heart," captain Musab Al-Battat

A message for the fans

Palestinian players and staff have lost loved ones in the conflict and said before the tournament that they hoped to provide some comfort to those back home.

Palestine keep their promise

No side had played more Asian Cup matches without a win than Hong Kong (12 games) or Palestine (eight)

Interesting Fact