Palestinian Football Star Suleiman Al-Obeid
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Palestinian Football Star Suleiman Al-Obeid Killed in Gaza

Suleiman Al-Obeid was called "Palestine's Pelé". Now he has been killed in Gaza.

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The 41-year-old football star was shot dead by Israeli forces, reports AFP and refers to the Palestinian football association.

According to the statement from the Palestinian football association, Al-Obeid was killed when he was to receive humanitarian aid in southern Gaza.

"During his long career, Al-Obeid made more than 100 goals, which makes him one of the strongest stars in Palestinian football", the statement says.

Al-Obeid was as an active star in the club Khadamat Al-Shati in Gaza and played 24 international matches for Palestine.

AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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