Football has sent a “powerful and united message” over online abuse with the four-day social media boycott, says Premier League club Aston Villa.
Clubs, players and governing bodies stayed off social media across the weekend in an attempt to tackle abuse and discrimination on the platforms.
After the boycott ended at 23.59 BST on Monday, Manchester United said they will keep challenging discrimination.
“Our commitment to combatting online abuse will always continue,” they said.
Fellow Premier League club Villa tweeted: “We have sent a powerful and united message. We sincerely hope the message is heard, understood and positive changes are made.”
Leicester also tweeted a video of their men’s and women’s players calling for the end of discrimination and online abuse.
Formula 1 drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, plus other sports such as rugby union, cricket, rugby league and netball also joined the protest.
All those taking part boycotted Twitter, Facebook and Instagram from 15:00 BST on Friday, 30 April.
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