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A record 87 publicly out LGBTQ athletes will compete in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup (www.nbcnews.com)
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The number of out athletes competing has more than doubled since the 2019 Women’s World Cup. The total number of LGBTQ athletes in each competition is likely higher, because some players might not feel comfortable coming out publicly.

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[–] Candelestine@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

Lesbians play soccer too? No. I refuse to believe it. They're all far too busy writing books and invading our schools to have any extra time to play soccer.