Gay Soccers Players -

: A former Premier League referee who came out in 2025. 20 Professional Men's Soccer Players Who Have Come Out

(Blackpool FC): In May 2022, Daniels became the first active male pro in the UK to come out since 1990. gay soccers players

While many professional soccer players identify as LGBTQ+, only a small number of male players are currently "out" and active at the highest professional levels as of 2026. In contrast, female professional soccer has a long history of prominent openly gay and queer athletes. : A former Premier League referee who came out in 2025

(Adelaide United): In 2021, Cavallo became the first active top-tier male professional to come out. He remains a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the sport. gay soccers players