Jakub Jankto (Prague, 1996) happened first player League to make it public homosexuality Czech, a Getafe football player, but on loan this season Prague Sparta. His step forward means overcoming a historic hurdle that footballers like Australia’s Adelaide’s Josh Cavallo or England’s Blackpool’s Jake Daniels have already overcome in recent months.
“I’m gay and I don’t want to hide anymore,” said Jankto in a video he shared with his followers. The actress wants this statement to be the beginning of a free life where she doesn’t have to hide her sexual situation. Jankto was active last year. Getafestill owns the sports rights. In August, his loan was formalized by Sparta Prague in his home country, where he is international.
“Live Free”
“Like everyone else, I have strengths, I have weaknesses, I have a family, I have friends and I have friends. For years I have a job where I do my best with seriousness, professionalism and passion.‘ states the midfielder in the broadcast, where he speaks openly about his sexuality.
Jankto raises his voice for all those still living in seclusion, assuring that they want to “live life freely, without fear, without prejudice, without violence but with love.” Thus, he concludes: “I’m gay and I don’t want to hide anymore”. The Getafeli player’s words represent a big step forward in a sport where players, referees or coaches who make such confessions can be counted on with the fingers of one hand.