In an act of solidarity, 800 German footballers have pledged their support for LGBTQ+ players. In a new report from German football magazine 11Freunde, players through the German professional football leagues have come together to end LGBTQ+ discrimination. “It’s now 2021 – and still there is not a single openly gay football professional in the men’s game in Germany. “Nobody should be cajoled into coming out.
It’s a free and individual choice. But it’s our aim that everybody who decides to take this step can be certain of our fill support,” reads the joint statement.
The publication also tweeted the cover for the incredible feature that showcases players holding a sign that states “Ihr könnt auf uns zählen!” which translates to “You can