: Former professional player in Asia who came out after his career ended. Openly LGBTQ+ Female Players
Representation is significantly higher in women's football, with over 100 LGBTQ+ players competing in recent major tournaments.
(Loudoun United/USL): Martin came out in 2018 while playing for Minnesota United in the MLS and continues to play professionally in the United States. gay soccers players
: A famous professional couple who have played together at Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Other LGBTQ+ Figures in Soccer
(Blackpool FC): In May 2022, Daniels became the first active male pro in the UK to come out since 1990. : Former professional player in Asia who came
(Orlando Pride/Brazil): Widely considered one of the greatest of all time, Marta is also openly queer.
: The first openly gay professional referee in English football. : A famous professional couple who have played
: The first professional footballer in England to come out (1990).