Why do footballers kneel before a match? What 'taking the knee' means in sport

Athletes across the world have taken a knee before the start of the first whistle as part of a silent protest against racial inequality and injustice.

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US Pro Football Players Kneel During National Anthem

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Which Euro 2020 teams have taken the knee and will Italy kneel against England in the final?

What's taking the knee and why is it important?

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