Josh Cavallo Faces Daily Death Threats Four Years After Coming Out as Gay

The Australian footballer remains proud of his decision to come out but describes the football world as a 'very toxic place' for LGBTQ+ individuals.

Josh Cavallo, a player for Adelaide United, came out as gay in 2021, becoming the first openly gay player in Australia's A-League.
Four years later, he continues to receive daily death threats and hate comments on social media.
In a recent podcast interview, Cavallo described professional football as a 'very toxic place' for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Despite the hostility, Cavallo remains proud of his decision to come out, calling it the best decision of his life.
His story highlights the ongoing challenges of acceptance and inclusion for LGBTQ+ athletes in professional sports.