But the midfielder -- who has played for Australia at the under level but has yet to be called up for the senior side -- indicated he was not sure what he would do if he were selected to play at the World Cup. At the end of the day the World Cup is in Qatar and one of the greatest achievements as a professional footballer is to play for your country, and to know that this is in a country that doesn't support gay people and puts us at risk of our own life, that does scare me and makes me re-evaluate -- is my life more important than doing something really good in my career?
Since being selected as host in , Qatar has faced searing criticism for its treatment of LGBT people, as well as its record on women's rights and labour issues. Last year a report from the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association ILGA said sources indicated the death penalty could potentially be used as punishment for consensual homosexual sex in Qatar. The chief executive of FIFA World Cup Qatar , Nasser al-Khater, said in that "any fan, of any gender, sexual orientation, religion, race should rest assured that Qatar is one of the most safe countries in the world -- and they'll all be welcome here".
However, he stressed that "public displays of affection are frowned upon, it's not part of our culture -- but that goes across the board to everybody". I'm tired of trying to perform at the best of my ability and to live this double life. Cavallo added that the support and response he has received has been "immense," making him wonder why he had hidden his sexuality for years.
The video, posted with the caption "Josh's truth," has generated tremendous reactions from professional athletes, clubs, and sports organisations around the world. Meanwhile, the legendary former Spanish basketball player Pau Gasol said that "in , this shouldn't be news.
Around the world, only a few male professional footballers have come out as gay during their careers. The former German international Thomas Hitzlsperger came out as gay in , a year after his retirement. But that goes across the board to everybody. Josh Cavallo said he has been contacted by footballers who were seeking advice on coming out. Josh Cavallo receives support from football world after coming out.
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