In an emotional video, the 24-year-old came out as gay and said, “There’s something personal that I need to share with everyone: I’m a footballer.” The announcement garnered international attention.
At the time, he claimed he was sick of leading a “double life” and had been battling his sexuality for more than six years. In an Instagram post on Thursday, he expressed his gratitude to the Australian A-league team for their assistance in organizing the surprise proposal. “Your endless support has meant so much to me,” he added in a note. “You’ve inspired me to live each day of my life truly and given me access to a safe haven in football—one that I never would have imagined was possible. “It felt right to share this special moment on the pitch, where it all started.”
