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Sapphic soccer moms: Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr to welcome first child

No word yet on which minivan these ultimate soccer moms will drive to games and PTA meetings.

Soccer Fans Scream Homophobic Chant at Player, Liverpool Condemns

"We urge supporters to remember the inclusive values of the club and to refrain from using it in the future."

Here's why soccer fans are booing USWNT player Korbin Albert

Even Korbin Albert's teammates are distancing themselves from the player in light of her social media posts mocking queer people.

Some LGBTQ+ World Cup Fans Avoid Qatar Over Ban on Homosexuality

There are some queer soccer fans who have stayed away from this World Cup over concerns of potential persecution in the conservative Middle Eastern country. 

Mexican Soccer Team Butts Heads With FIFA Over Antigay Chant

FIFA says the chant is homophobic, while the Mexican Soccer Federation argues it does not have that meaning in the specific context of a soccer match.

Report: Gay Couple Attacked in Russia While Visiting for World Cup

One of the men suffered serious head injuries in the St. Petersburg attack and required hospitalization.

There Will Be a Pride House in Russia During the World Cup

Despite the nation's anti-LGBT policies, organizers will set up a Pride House in St. Petersburg.

How Chicago Dealt With Soccer Fans' Homophobic Chant

The general manager of the Chicago Fire asked fans at Toyota Park to stop using a Spanish slur that many people consider antigay. 

LGBTQ+ Soccer Fans Should 'Be Respectful' in Qatar, Says U.K. Official

The comments, made by the British foreign secretary, come as the World Cup is set to take place in Qatar, a country where homosexuality is criminalized.

Soccer Fans Sue Chicago's Soldier Field Over Antigay Chants at Game

Stadium personnel failed to stop the homophobic behavior at the CONCACAF Gold Cup's 2019 championship match, the suit says.

LGBT Fans Fear for Safety During World Cup in Russia

With LGBT soccer fans facing threats in Russia, an LGBT group in the nation is trying to create safe spaces to watch the tournament.

Soccer Does Not Need to Be a Bastion of Hate and Homophobia

Hearing "puto" or other slurs chanted during a game is devastating to LGBTQ players and fans, writes professional player Janelly Farias.

World Cup Shirts Highlight Soccer's Homophobic Atmosphere

The designer behind T-shirts using homophobic slurs regarding World Cup athletes says the shirts are not offensive.

Popular Soccer Chant With Antigay Slur Now Banned

A new policy has been announced by the Los Angeles Football Club with GLAAD's help that bars fans who participate in a chant that includes an anti-gay slur. 

Poll: Soccer Fans Asked If They're Ready for Gay Player

In many European countries, a majority of football fans say they would support a gay player.

PHOTOS: Soccer Fans Take a Stand for LGBT Nigerians

Several soccer fans waved pro-LGBT banners and rainbow flags at a match between the Nigerian and South African national teams on Sunday.

Orlando Can't Stop Soccer Fans from Using Antigay Chant

The national Mexican soccer team is pleading with fans to "just stop it."

Soccer Fans Ruin L.A. Galaxy's Pride Night by Shouting Homophobic Slur

The antigay "puto" has a long, unsavory history of being chanted at soccer matches. 

Russia Will Allow Displays of Pride During World Cup Despite 'Gay Propaganda' Law

World Cup organizers promise LGBT soccer fans they'll be safe in the country where queer people have routinely been persecuted and arrested. 

LGBT Olympic Soccer Players Surprised to Hear Homophobic Chant

"It is personally hurtful," said Megan Rapinoe of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team.

This out women's soccer player is celebrating Pride without labels: 'You're good just where you are'

Washington Spirit defender Anna Heilferty tells the Advocate about growing LGBTQ+ representation in women's soccer.