Football’s first openly-gay player confirms he is engaged
Joshua Cavallo became the first openly-gay male professional footballer in 2021 Australian footballer Joshua Cavallo has confirmed that he is engaged to his long-term partner Leighton Morrell. Cavallo made history in 2021 by becoming the first active male professional footballer to come out. The Adelaide United midfielder received unwavering support at the time and continues […]
2 years ago
Josh Cavallo hails Jake Daniels’ bravery and says he is ‘very proud’
Daniels recently became the UK’s first male professional footballer to come out as gay in 32 years Australian footballer Josh Cavallo has hailed the bravery of Blackpool youngster Jake Daniels and says he is ‘very proud” after he recently came out as gay. Daniels revealed the news on Monday, making him the first male professional […]
4 years ago
Josh Cavallo calls out homophobic abuse from supporters at A-League match
‘There are no words to tell you how disappointed I was’ Australian footballer Josh Cavallo has called out homophobic abuse he received from fans during an A-League game on Saturday night. The 22-year-old made headlines globally last year for his courage and bravery after he publicly came out. As the only out and proud professional […]
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Qatar World Cup chief executive claims LGBTQ community will be ‘welcome’ at tournament
The country has repeatedly been condemned for its views on homosexuality and human rights record The chief executive of the Qatar World Cup has claimed that the LGTBQ community will be welcome at next year’s tournament, despite the country’s laws against homosexuality, reports the Guardian. It comes after Australian footballer Josh Cavallo – who last […]
4 years ago
Referee James Adcock thankful for positive response to coming out interview
Adcock shared his story in October Referee James Adcock has opened up about his experience of being an openly gay man in football, stating that he is pleased with the positive response to his coming out interview. Adcock, who has officiated in Premier League matches, as well as amateur games, recently shared his story with […]
4 years ago
Josh Cavallo admits he would be ‘scared’ to play at Qatar World Cup
“To know that this is in a country that doesn’t support gay people and puts us at risk of our own life, that does scare me.” Australian footballer Josh Cavallo has admitted that he would be ‘scared’ to play at the the World Cup in Qatar next year. The 21-year-old came out as gay last […]
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