Impact of Pressure and Prejudice

Justinus Soni Fashanu (1961–1998) ... Fashanu, Justinus Soni [Justin] (1961–1998), footballer, was born at Hackney Hospital, London, on 19 February 1961, the son ... May 3, 1998 ... Justin Fashanu was a footballer full of promise, who never quite achieved what was expected of him. Jun 12, 2019 ... I've had players over the years who were single and read books and so others [other players] said they must be gay. Fashanu's induction celebrates the impression his bravery left on football, and comes on what would have been his 59th birthday. Fashanu tragically took his own ... Jun 18, 2020 ... Justin Fashanu was the first openly gay professional footballer. The homophobia and persecution he received for this cost him his life. Feb 19, 2023 ... Justin Fashanu was an English footballer who became the first professional footballer to be openly gay. He was also the first Black player to command a £1 ... May 10, 2017 ... Fascinating documentary chronicles the turbulent life of the first out gay professional soccer player two decades after his suicide. Jul 21, 2019 ... Justin Fashanu and his brother John were brought up in Norfolk by foster parents. Both came through the youth academy at Norwich City during the late 70s. Jul 1, 2020 ... Justin is Britain's first and only 'out' gay male professional footballer. Yesterday would have been his 59 th birthday. Dec 5, 2022 ... Justin Fashanu leaning against a goalpost in a Norwich City kit. Credit: Getty. The life of the first professional footballer in England to come ...