Advertisement League of Ireland Horse Racing TV Listings GAA Fixtures The Video Review Sport meets news, current affairs, society & pop culture Rugby Weekly Extra Dive into all the news and analysis 3 times a week The Football Family Weekly insights from the week’s big talking points Advertisement More Stories Mohamed SalahAlamy Stock Photo 'Can you tell us how he died?': Mo Salah calls out Uefa for vague tribute to Palestinian footballer The 41-year-old was killed by Israeli forces while waiting for aid at a distribution point in Gaza. 8.26am, 10 Aug 2025 Share options MO SALAH HAS called out Uefa for its vague tribute to a Palestinian footballer who died. The European football body had posted on X about Suleiman al-Obeid, “the Palestinian Pelé”. It said he was a “talent who gave hope to countless children, even in the darkest times.” It did not detail the circumstances of al-Obeid’s death. The 41-year-old was killed by Israeli forces while waiting for aid at a distribution point in Gaza, the Palestinian Football Association said. Advertisement Egyptian footballer Mohamed Salah responded to Uefa’s post. He asked: Can you tell us how he died, where and why? Can you tell us how he died, where, and why? https://t.co/W7HCyVVtBE— Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) August 9, 2025 At least 662 athletes and scouts have been killed since 7 October 2023, the PFA said. Deaths at aid distribution points have become increasingly common, with almost-daily reports of Israeli forces firing at sick and hungry Gazans. Al-Obeid, who was born in Gaza City, leaves behind his wife, two sons and three daughters Uefa President Aleksander Ceferin sent a letter to the PFA offering his condolences. “I was deeply saddened by the tragic death of Suleiman al-Obeid. The ‘Pele of Palestine’ was more than just a footballer; he was proof that joy, skill, and pride can flourish despite suffering,” he said. “His talent and dedication to the game gave the children of Gaza and beyond reason to believe in a brighter tomorrow. “His passing is a great loss to the world of football and to everyone who understands the power of sport to inspire.” He added that he hopes al-Obeid’s legacy will live on. Written by Mairead Maguire and posted on TheJournal.ie The Journal Team Send Tip or Correction Embed this post To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Email “'Can you tell us how he died?': Mo Salah calls out Uefa for vague tribute to Palestinian footballer”. Recipient's Email Feedback on “'Can you tell us how he died?': Mo Salah calls out Uefa for vague tribute to Palestinian footballer”. Your Feedback Your Email (optional) Report a Comment Please select the reason for reporting this comment. Please give full details of the problem with the comment... News in 60 seconds FreeAround The Counties Con and Clifford the scoring stars as Kerry and Tipp All-Ireland winners return to club duty 59 mins ago ‘The first time I ever cut weight, I was 8 years old’ Stars Align Who were the best players in the 2025 ladies football championship? Keep the Faith How the Jesuit experience shaped Ger Brennan, the new Dublin football manager Declan Bogue FULL OF JOY 'I found it made me almost miserable at times' - Players and managers embrace new Gaelic football rules Declan Bogue The two-time senior All-Ireland-winning boss who led his club to Galway glory as player-manager Fleetwood clings to one-stroke PGA St Jude lead, Lowry tied for 59th Transfer News Darwin Nunez leaves Liverpool Irish pair key as Southampton prevail MALL MARATHON As temperatures touch 50C, Dubai runners turn to indoor marathon Ireland's Conor Kelly wins European U20 400m gold more from us Investigates Daft.ie Property Magazine Allianz Home Magazine The 42 Sports Magazine TG4 Entertainment Magazine Money Diaries The Journal TV Journal Media Advertise With Us About FactCheck Our Network FactCheck Knowledge Bank Terms & Legal Notices Terms of Use Cookies & Privacy Advertising Competition more from us TV Listings GAA Fixtures The Video Review Journal Media Advertise With Us Our Network The Journal FactCheck Knowledge Bank Terms & Legal Notices Terms of Use Cookies & Privacy Advertising Competition © 2025 Journal Media Ltd Terms of Use Cookies & Privacy Advertising Competition Switch to Desktop Switch to Mobile The 42 supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and the Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice. You can obtain a copy of the Code, or contact the Council, at https://www.presscouncil.ie, PH: (01) 6489130, Lo-Call 1800 208 080 or email: mailto:info@presscouncil.ie Report an error, omission or problem: Your Email (optional) Create Email Alert Create an email alert based on the current article Email Address One email every morning As soon as new articles come online Sign in or create a free account To continue reading create a free account Or sign into an existing account