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Colin’s story in Ted Lasso suggests pathway to Pride for gay footballers

After three seasons, the AFC Richmond journey is over – and with it, the conclusion of Colin Hughes’ story; in the final series, viewers saw the Welsh footballer forge a bond of friendship with journalist Trent Crimm; in Pride Month, it’s the sort of positive LGBTQ+ representation we need in the game…

What’s the impact of homophobic abuse on ‘Football Twitter’? A conversation for IDAHOBIT

‘Football Twitter’ has been described as “a nightmare of noise” – and anti-LGBTQ+ abuse thrives amid its tit-for-tat exchanges; researcher Finbarr Toesland and broadcaster Sophie Nicolaou discuss the effects of the social media platform’s tribalism on a special Football v Homophobia Podcast episode for IDAHOBIT…

Women’s football’s ‘doublethink’ dilemma for Lesbian Visibility Week – Beth Fisher and Lou Englefield on FvH Podcast

Over 40 out women were named in squads at World Cup 2019 – and there’s likely to be many more competing in Australia and New Zealand this summer; however, there’s barely been any acknowledgement in professional women’s football of Lesbian Visibility Week; reporter Beth Fisher and FvH’s Lou Englefield discuss the various reasons behind that in a new podcast episode – listen now!

The ‘togetherness’ of TRUK United FC – player and photographer Lucy Copsey reflects on memorable Trans Day of Visibility matches

Images from the double-header of games at Dulwich Hamlet FC have gone viral, bringing TRUK United FC to the attention of many more people around the world; Lucy Copsey, who was behind the camera after turning out for TRUK’s women’s team, talks us through her journey with the club and the joy conveyed within her match photography…

‘A dream come true!’: Emmerdale’s Ash Palmisciano joins Football v Transphobia podcast to discuss TRUK United match

His character Matty Barton may have once scored a goal on TV, but it’s not always been an easy route in football for actor Ash Palmisciano; as he prepares to play in Europe’s first team of all trans men on Transgender Day of Visibility, he joins FvT campaign lead Natalie Washington – captain of TRUK United Women – for a chat about his love of the game…

‘Let trans and non-binary people know they’re welcome’ – Football v Transphobia’s Week of Action

FvT 2023 is celebrating trans and non-binary people in football and inspiring allies to be active; footballers Natalie Washington, Charlotte Galloway and Tash Oakes-Monger – panellists at the launch event in Cardiff – are on hand to help you create space and guide you towards your ultimate goal…

The sky’s the limit! Meet remarkable kitesurfing sensation Mikaili Sol on International Women’s Day

Six world titles and only 18 years old?! Kitesports might be seen as niche but if anyone’s going to change that, it’s likely to be the Brazilian-American with the big smile who’s always catching big air – and she wears her authenticity with Pride too. We caught up with her on IWD2023 for an exclusive Q&A…

‘Football’s for everyone – this is our world!’: Proud Lilywhites among winners on uplifting Football v Homophobia Awards night

Tottenham’s LGBTQ+ and allies fans group makes powerful statement after success in Supporters’ Group category at fourth annual FvH Awards, held at National Football Museum in Manchester; Sheffield United, Jake Daniels, Lloyd Wilson and Daily Mirror reporter Jacob Leeks also winners on the night…

‘So many people said it helped them’ – Football v Homophobia award winner Hayley Wood-Thompson on her LGBT+ History Month film

Current holder of FvH Hero Award tells FvH Podcast how she used her own visibility to open up a conversation that went beyond just her school; Hayley Wood-Thompson is the captain of Cheshunt FC Women and a P.E. teacher in Hertfordshire; see full category shortlists for FvH Awards 2023 here…