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FIFA Allocates $75 Million for Gaza Stadium Reconstruction

FIFA Allocates $75 Million for Gaza Stadium Reconstruction

T.E (Elbotola)
20 February 2026at15:39

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) and the Peace Council have signed an agreement to reconstruct the Gaza Strip through football, following widespread destruction in the region.

US President Donald Trump announced that FIFA intends to allocate a $75 million fund to support the rebuilding of football facilities in Gaza that were destroyed during the conflict.

The plan includes a series of projects aimed at establishing a comprehensive football system in Gaza. Key initiatives include the construction of 50 mini-pitches at a cost of $2.5 million, five full-sized pitches costing $5 million, the establishment of a FIFA academy at a cost of $15 million, and the building of a national stadium with a capacity of 20,000 to 25,000 seats, costing $50 million.

FIFA indicated that the first phase of the project will focus on building the mini-pitches, with their completion expected within three to six months. The construction of the national stadium is anticipated to take between 18 and 36 months.

What is the total funding FIFA is allocating for football reconstruction in Gaza?

FIFA is allocating a substantial $75 million fund for the reconstruction of football facilities in the Gaza Strip, an initiative detailed further in the full agreement with the Peace Council.

What specific football infrastructure projects are planned for Gaza under FIFA's initiative?

FIFA's reconstruction plan for Gaza includes 50 mini-pitches, five full-sized pitches, a new FIFA academy, and a national stadium, with project timelines and costs detailed in the full article.
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