MLS teams share social justice statements from the training ground

Major League Soccer teams have taken to social media to show solidarity for Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States. The messages have largely come at full-team training with a collective knee and raised fist for Black Lives Matter.

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— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) June 19, 2020

Together in solidarity. #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/jGPwvWDVG9
— Chicago Fire FC (@ChicagoFire) June 19, 2020

Today, we celebrate #Juneteenth.

It’s a time to listen, learn and reflect.

We asked players what today to means them – and how we can create a better tomorrow. Here is what they shared: https://t.co/BwFtN7MbSE pic.twitter.com/p9HuhbwT3Q
— FC Cincinnati (@fccincinnati) June 19, 2020

We stand with you.#Juneteenth | @keikamara pic.twitter.com/A7sAiXURYX
— Colorado Rapids (@ColoradoRapids) June 19, 2020

Together against racism.#BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/ui683if3zh
— The Crew (@ColumbusCrew) June 19, 2020

United Together. pic.twitter.com/9D7Jyk74Oo
— FC Dallas (PEPI SCORIN’) (@FCDallas) June 19, 2020

Although #Juneteenth has been long celebrated in the Black community, this monumental event remains largely unknown. This must change. And it starts by educating ourselves on the historical legacy of the day. Today and moving forward, we honor & recognize Juneteenth as a holiday.
— D.C. United (@dcunited) June 19, 2020

#BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/yaTPaG7Iff
— Houston Dynamo FC (@HoustonDynamo) June 20, 2020

Forever Free.

On June 19, 1865 orders were read by Union general Gordon Granger that all slaves were proclaimed free. That day has become known as Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is not currently recognized as a Federal holiday, help us change that.

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— LAFC (@LAFC) June 19, 2020

In honor of #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/LEVVPHA98o
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) June 19, 2020

We recognize our history, we acknowledge our present, and we hope for our future. pic.twitter.com/gyRqnrdG1Z
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) June 19, 2020

Change is coming pic.twitter.com/7rkkn4UJ8B
— Ike Opara (@ikeopara) June 20, 2020

8 minutes & 46 seconds #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/AzdgIwHUGf
— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) June 20, 2020

Partageons. Écoutons. Apprenons.

👏🏿👏🏾👏🏽👏🏼👏🏻 @BPCMLS #MLSisBlack #IMFC https://t.co/BQu58u5SrC
— CF Montréal (@clubdefootmtl) June 19, 2020

Helping others in the spirit of #Juneteenth.

Today, our entire squad and coaching staff volunteered at the Community Resource Center making household preparedness kits for families in need.#EveryoneN pic.twitter.com/689DC0D9wY
— Nashville SC (@NashvilleSC) June 19, 2020

#NERevs players have the day off from training today, in observance of #JuneTeenth #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/iZ56W1FECk
— xyz - New England Revolution (@NERevolution) June 19, 2020

Want to learn more about #Juneteenth?

We compiled several book, movie and podcast suggestions, as well as forgotten New York City history lessons that can help commemorate the day ⬇️https://t.co/fdZgzVmSEl
— New York City FC (@NYCFC) June 19, 2020

We will pause business operations for the day to reflect on recent events in our country that have shed light on systemic racism and inequality. This time will be used to continue to educate ourselves so we can expand our efforts, including future Juneteenth initiatives. pic.twitter.com/mOvi2QMmBJ
— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) June 19, 2020

Today we recognize Juneteenth as we continue to learn, reflect and make meaningful differences through actions within our club and community. pic.twitter.com/wk0rNxyp3a
— Orlando City SC (@OrlandoCitySC) June 19, 2020

Nobody’s free until everybody's free. -Fannie Lou Hamer

For #Juneteenth, we partnered with Making a Change Group to host a celebration at Subaru Park & commemorate an American Independence Day-the day all enslaved people in Texas were officially freed.

Happy Juneteenth, Philly! pic.twitter.com/qzUjkwtrKT
— PhilaUnion🛡 (@PhilaUnion) June 20, 2020

Together. #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/e160rPTlq3
— Portland Timbers (@TimbersFC) June 20, 2020

Today, #Juneteenth, an important day that deserves observance, we are honored to announce the completion of the “Stronger Together” futsal courts. pic.twitter.com/OC4AaQl2I9
— RSL in the Community (@RSLcommunity) June 19, 2020

Education is the most powerful tool for change.
— San Jose Earthquakes (@SJEarthquakes) June 19, 2020

Acknowledging racism exists isn't enough.

Listen to understand.
Educate yourself.
Take anti-racist actions.

MORE ➡️ https://t.co/RSxSERvjIZ pic.twitter.com/9GdRb5JaJS
— Seattle Sounders FC (@SoundersFC) June 19, 2020