Rooted in Resistance: Here Eternally: Suleiman Al-Obeid Legacy Classic Soccer Tournament

The Suleiman Al- Obeid Legacy Classic Tournament is organized in honor of Suleiman Al-Obeid, known as the “Pelé of Palestinian Football”, who played 24 international matches for the Palestinian national team and scored over 100 goals in his career. Al-Obeid was killed in Gaza while waiting for aid in August of 2025, nearly one year since his death, this tournament is intended to bring together community from across the East Coast (and DMV, locally) to honor the legacy of not just Al-Obeid but all Palestinian athletes who can no longer play. This Tournament is a celebration of Palestinian culture, community, and the enduring spirit of the international game of soccer. In conjunction with the tournament, MPP will be hosting a new art exhibit highlighting Palestinian athletes while zooming in on Al-Obeid’s career & the solidarity Palestine receives on all athletic world stages.

Time: 3pm. First match will kick off at 3pm with the championship game kicking off at 8pm.

Each team is guaranteed 2 matches as it will be a double elimination bracket playing 8×8. Keep in mind this tournament is in July, we recommend team sizes of 9 players to allow for subs. Team sizes cannot exceed 10.

Registration Fee: $350
Registration includes team jerseys, dinner, and hydration stations provided throughout the tournament. Additionally, each player will be granted one ticket to the Museum to view our new exhibit centered around soccer in the Arab World.

The tournament registration fee supports the Museum’s mission of preserving and celebrating Palestinian culture, history, and heritage.