Football star Zander Murray on coming out: “I’m learning how to be gay at 31”
Zander Murray has reflected on his coming out journey in a new interview. Back in September 2022, the talented striker made history as the first Scottish senior football player to come out as gay. “First, it feels like the weight of the world is now off my shoulders…It can be difficult, and you can feel very alone,” he said via the club’s website. “I knew I was different for many years, but with other people in the game coming out, it’s been amazing. “Hopefully, the SFA can work with other leagues and partners and look at support and drive how we help other players.” Since coming out, Murray has continued to make waves in the football world with his LGBTQ+ activism and dynamic plays on the field.
In a recent interview with The Scottish Sun, the young athlete reflected on the past year and how his life has changed since opening up about sexuality. “I’m learning how to be gay at 31.
I had no gay education growing up or in school,” he revealed. “I’m still getting there with it. It’s been so difficult for such a long period.
I have been to such dark, dark places.” While his journey has been full of ups and downs, Murray revealed to the publication that his football teammates have showered him with support. “The lads – my teammates and the opposition – they’re brilliant,” he explained. “If I get any banter from them, it’s only about my fake tan.
