Barcelona players wave Palestinian flags during La Liga victory celebration

Thousands of Barcelona fans gathered in the streets of the Spanish city to celebrate the team’s La Liga title win. The parade, which took place on Monday, saw tens of thousands of people lining the streets to greet their heroes. The team won its 29th La Liga title with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid.

During the celebrations, Barcelona player Lamine Yayal was seen waving a Palestinian flag from inside an open-top bus. Footage of the incident has been widely shared online, showing Yayal’s gesture to cheers from the crowd. The 18-year-old player has garnered attention for his solidarity with Palestine during the team’s victory.

The city of Barcelona has been a hub for pro-Palestinian activism in Spain since Israel’s conflict with Gaza began in October 2023. Large protests and aid flotillas have taken place in the city, with many departing from its ports to attempt to break the blockade on Gaza. The La Liga title win marks the second time the league’s outcome has been decided by an El Clasico match.

The open-top bus parade is a traditional celebration for football teams that win major titles. It allows fans to celebrate with their heroes and provides a sense of community and pride among supporters.

Source: Al Jazeera