The amputee football team “Gaza of Will” has named Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as its honorary coach, praising his public support for the Palestinian people. The team said the decision recognizes Guardiola’s humanitarian stance and repeated expressions of solidarity with Gaza, particularly his condemnation of the suffering of children amid the ongoing genocide.
In a video shared by the team, players were seen holding a photograph of Guardiola as the team’s captain announced the decision. “Guardiola is the honorary coach of the Gaza of Will team,” he said, thanking the Spanish coach for his humanitarian positions and his solidarity with Palestinians, particularly those in Gaza.
