Subscribe to our daily newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.When the ball ricocheted off Empoli’s goalie, Jankto gained control and shot it through the net.
Score!Jakub Jankto with his first Cagliari goal in a huge game for the relegation fighters ? pic.twitter.com/A3xym0vyKLThe goal was significant for multiple reasons.
On a historical note, Jankto became the first out gay player to score in one of Europe’s “Big Five” leagues, illustrating the significance of his accomplishment.
The Czech winger is currently one of only four out gay male pro players in the world, along with Collin Martin, Josh Cavallo and teenager Jake Daniels (Zander Murray retired last year).