I don't buy that at all, and I don't think any of that would happen. Do you honestly believe Albion fans would abuse any Albion player who came out?
The silence is more to do with the legacy of Justin Fashanu and not wanting to be the first to announce it.
I don't understand this big "fear" these supposed 'gay' footballers have. There are plenty of MPs who have come out, and they're under more scrutiny that footballers.
Re homophobic chanting - the only issue I have is the more "graphic" chants that can be heard by kids.
As for so few footballers "coming out" - is there any evidence there ARE many gay footballers currently in the closet? I'm sure there are a handful but is it really a big deal? Most fans I...