Brennan wants to be role model as openly gay professional footballer

Former Hyundai A-League player Andy Brennan wants to be the role model he never had after becoming Australia's only openly-gay professional footballer.

Brennan, who played five Hyundai A-League matches for the Newcastle Jets across the 2015/16 and 2016/17 seasons, now runs out for Victorian outfit Green Gully in the National Premier Leagues.

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The 26-year-old came out in an Instagram post back in May, and revealed he feared he may not be accepted by coaches and teammates in a feature with ABC's 7.30 Report on Tuesday.

Since making the call to be open about his sexuality, Brennan revealed his fellow players have embraced his decision.

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It's taken me years to get comfortable saying this - I'm gay. I was scared it would affect my friendships, my teammates, and my family. But the support of the people around me has been so great and helped me get to the final step; being completely open. Being open is the best way for me to feel most comfortable and be myself. So… carry on! 🌈 #owlyagoing
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