In a historic display of solidarity, the Basque Country football team faced off against the Palestinian national team in a friendly match at Bilbao’s San Mames Stadium. The game, which ended with a 3-0 victory for the Basque side, was more than just a sporting event—it was a powerful statement of unity and support for Palestine amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza. Thousands of spectators filled the stadium, witnessing both teams celebrate side by side, arms interlocked, in a poignant moment of camaraderie. The match also served as a fundraiser for Doctors Without Borders (MSF), an organization providing critical aid in Gaza, where over 71,000 people have been killed and millions displaced. Prior to the game, thousands of demonstrators marched through Bilbao in support of Palestine, underscoring the deep-rooted political sympathies between Basque and Palestinian nationalist movements. Palestinian coach Ehab Abu Jazar, who hails from Gaza, shared his personal struggles, stating, ‘It’s difficult to coach when your mother lives in a makeshift tent. We lost nearly 200 people in my family. My house was destroyed—but representing Palestine is the greatest honor there is.’ The Palestinian team also held a banner reading ‘Stop Genocide’ before the match, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This event marked the first of two matches for the Palestinian team in Spain, with a game against Catalonia’s team scheduled for next week. Spain, along with Ireland and Norway, recognized Palestine as a state in May 2024, and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has publicly condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide. The match not only showcased the resilience of the Palestinian team but also amplified the global call for peace and justice.