Men's professional football struggles with LGBTQ+ visibility, featuring only six known openly gay players, including Josh Cavallo, who recently announced a transfer to the UK. In stark contrast, women's football is more progressive regarding LGBTQ+ representation, highlighted by the 2023 Women's World Cup and Euro 2025 qualifiers. Czech player Jakub Jankto recently came out publicly, stating he no longer wants to hide. Despite progress, homophobia persists in men's football, with initiatives addressing harmful incidents and a notable absence of openly gay players in the English Premier League.
"I no longer want to hide myself" as he came out publicly as gay in a moving video on social media on 13 February 2023.
"It's not goodbye forever, but now, it's time to leave the nest with my fiancé by my side. Football and life have taken me further than I ever imagined."
"I never imagined that living my truth would unlock doors from the pitch to every corner of my personal life. Whether you've followed my journey from the beginning or found strength in it along the way, your presence has meant more than words can ever say."
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