Bleacher Report · Jun 8, 2021
Mark McKenzie Received Racist Social Media Messages After USMNT's Win over Mexico
USMNT defender Mark McKenzie said he received racist social media messages following Sunday night's 3-2 win over Mexico in the CONCACAF Nations League final.
"The amount of racial abuse and personal attacks on myself and family from 'supporters' and 'non supporters' just ain't it," McKenzie wrote on Instagram Stories Monday (h/t Associated Press).
McKenzie's turnover in the defensive third in the first minute of the game allowed Mexico to take a 1-0 lead on Jesus Corona’s goal. He was also called for a handball in the box in the 119th minute, a controversial call as it appeared he had his arms by his side in a natural position.