Gareth Thomas v Homophobia: Hate in the Beautiful Game (2017)
• August 24th, 2017 • 1h 0min
Documentary
Overview
Fifty years ago, homosexual acts between consenting male adults were decriminalised. In this documentary, former Wales and Lions rugby union captain Gareth 'Alfie' Thomas - arguably the most famous gay international sports star - takes a hard-hitting personal look at what he sees as the last bastion of open homophobia in sport - professional football.
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