The Palestinian and Basque Country teams faced off in a friendly match at San Mamés in Bilbao on Saturday. Earlier in the day, thousands marched through the city backing Palestinian resistance and calling for official recognition of the Basque national team. ⁣ ⁣ Around 50,000 spectators were expected at the game, which regional officials said aimed to promote peace and solidarity. Palestine will also play Catalonia in a friendly on Tuesday. Spain, which recognized a Palestinian state in May, has seen repeated pro-Palestinian protests in recent months.⁣ ⁣ #Bilbao #BasqueCountry #Palestine #Football #Solidarity #Spain #Protests