It was a moment of dignity, peace and strong messages of solidarity.
San Mames Shows Its Support to Palestine, Represented at the Stadium Today by @HoneythaljiehA Group of Palestinian Refugees Living in the Basque Country and Representatives of @Unrwa Euskadi.
We are with you! لكم كل الدعم, نحن معكم#Athleticmallorca… pic.twitter.com/j3cj5kjydl
– Athletic Club (@athletic_en) October 4, 2025
This gesture provoked a number of positive reactions across Spain and abroad, especially among human rights activists, while on social networks he saw this moment a viral.
The club called in an official statement to end genocide in Gaza, emphasizing its commitment to humanitarian values.
San Mames Stands with Palestine.#Athleticmallorca #Athleticclub pic.twitter.com/yw9qyvydts
– Athletic Club (@athletic_en) October 4, 2025
The statement pointed out that the Basque people and Palestinians share a similar history of resistance and the fight for dignity.
The banners were also visible in the stands, and one of them, which were worn earlier before, “we stand by Palestine – from today to the last day.”
This is not the first time that Bilbao and its fans express the support of Palestine.
Over the years, fans often waved the Palestinian flags and shouts “the Aurrer Palestine!” – Which means “forward, Palestino” in Basque language.
Askerrik Asko, Athleticzales!
Pride of the Basque Country.#Athleticmallorca #Athleticclub pic.twitter.com/elfmmenry1
– Athletic Club (@athletic_en) October 4, 2025
By the way, Bilbao defeated Mallorca in this meeting 2: 1.
(Vijesti.ba)
