Arab fans react to Goren's achievement: "Belongs to a nameless state"

The historic call-up of 17-year-old Orien Goren to Barcelona's senior squad for the Clásico against Real Madrid sparked pride in Israel but ignited a wave of angry reactions on Arab social networks. Fans called for a boycott and harm to his career.

The historic call-up of 17-year-old Orien Goren to Barcelona's senior squad for the Clásico against Real Madrid sparked pride in Israel, but simultaneously ignited a wave of angry reactions on social networks from fans in the Arab world. At the center of the storm is a tweet from a Barcelona fan from the Arab sector, who described the call-up as a "disaster" and referred to the State of Israel as "a state that has no name." Other users joined the attack, calling for harm to Goren's career or a boycott of the club. In Barcelona and around coach Hansi Flick, the focus remains on Goren's professional ability.