Madrid, MINA – In a landmark moment for Palestinian sports, the national football team played its first-ever match on European soil in a friendly against the Basque team at Bilbao’s San Mamés Stadium.
The event, attended by 50,000 spectators, transformed into a powerful demonstration of international solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
Fans filled the stadium with pro-Palestine chants, waved Palestinian flags, and displayed banners, including one honoring Suleiman Al-Obeid, the former team captain killed by Israeli forces in Gaza.
Before kickoff, Palestinian players posed with a “Stop the Genocide” banner, reflecting the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Although the Basque team won 3-0, the match served as a poignant symbol of Palestinian resilience and global support.
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The historic game highlighted how sports can transcend competition to become a platform for human rights advocacy, drawing attention to Palestinian suffering while celebrating their unwavering spirit.[]
Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)
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