And the absence of negative feedback showed times are changing.ĭaniels acknowledged in an Instagram post this weekend feeling both overwhelmed and grateful for the support he received. When 17-year-old Jake Daniels became the first pro soccer player in England to come out as gay in 32 years last week, the support he received from the soccer establishment showed there is a high level of acceptance. Prince William called what he did courageous. English national team captain Harry Kane gave him a shout-out of support.
