Challenges Faced by Openly Gay Soccer Player in Toxic Environment

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Australia's first openly gay soccer player, Josh Cavallo, receives multiple death threats daily and finds it difficult to encourage other footballers to come out due to the toxic environment in the sport.

Key Points

  • Josh Cavallo receives death threats daily
  • Openly gay players face pressure and negativity in football
  • Support network helps in dealing with abuse

Cons

  • Receiving multiple death threats daily
  • Facing pressure and negativity due to openness about sexuality
  • Toxic environment in the world of football for openly gay players