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'Unforgettable' - Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr links up with NFL icon Colin Kaepernick - who inspired 'taking the knee' - to discuss the continuing fight against racism

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<p>The Real Madrid icon posted on social media having met, swapped signed kits and posed for photos with the ex-NFL star Kaepernick, who is world-renowned for his advocacy against racism in the NFL and American culture, and has become a changemaker across sport.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>In a heartfelt post, Vinicius wrote: "Today was a very, very special day for me… Listening and learning the story of a MAN that has been fighting so much against racism was unforgettable for me. Thank you so much, Colin. Your story is truly inspiring and I recommend everyone to watch your Netflix documentary. Thank you Nike for connecting us. This day and my conversation with Colin will have a major impact on my life going forward to make this a better and more equal world."</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Today was a very, very special day for me… <br>Listening and learning the story of a MAN that has been fighting so much against racism was unforgettable for me.<br>Thank you so much, Colin. Your story is truly inspiring and I recommend everyone to watch your Netflix documentary.… <a href="https://t.co/5Nan2vlorf">pic.twitter.com/5Nan2vlorf</a></p>— Vini Jr. (@vinijr) <a href="https://twitter.com/vinijr/status/1754907582286737897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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WHAT VINI JR SAID

<p>The duo were brought together by sports brand Nike. Their overlapping life stories are due to them both being victims of racism in their respective sports. The Real Madrid star has been a <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/vinicius-junior-la-liga-spanish-football-facilitating-racism/bltf7197711ead997d9" target="_blank">victim of abuse numerous times in La Liga over the past year,</a> and has since, started to use his social media platform as a voice for victims of abuse. Kaepernick, meanwhile, has not held a job in the NFL since 2016 - despite multiple tryouts and less-decorated players earning roster spots despite a poor resume in comparison.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>The Real Madrid superstar and Los Blancos take on surprise La Liga title contenders Girona on Saturday. Vinicius will hope the focus is on the football having been the target of "monkey" chants against Getafe in the recent Madrid derby.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR VINI JR?

'Unforgettable' - Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr links up with NFL icon Colin Kaepernick - who inspired 'taking the knee' - to discuss the continuing fight against racism | Goal.com United Arab Emirates

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior linked up with NFL icon and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick to discuss the fight against racism in sport.

&apos;Unforgettable&apos; - Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr links up with NFL icon Colin Kaepernick - who inspired &apos;taking the knee&apos; - to discuss the continuing fight against racism