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'We want to make sure conversation continues': Troy Deeney thanks Premier League for commitment to Black Lives Mattter movement as Watford striker calls on supporters to continue momentum for change

Watford captain Troy Deeney has thanked the Premier League for giving the Black Lives Matter campaign such a high profile platform.

The words 'Black Lives Matter' replaced players' names on the back of their shirts for the first 12 games when the Premier League campaign resumed last week.

Names have since returned, but the Black Lives Matter logo, designed by Deeney's partner Alisha Hosannah, will remain on top-flight shirt sleeves.

Troy Deeney gave credit to the Premier League for their work on Black Lives Matter movement
Players took a knee at kick-off when action returned and also have a prominent sleeve logo

Deeney told Sky Sports News: 'We have to thank the Premier League for giving the players the opportunity to speak, a platform, and they are side by side with us.