LONDON: Ryan Atkin, Britain’s first openly gay professional referee, hopes his decision to come out will help tackle homophobia in football.

Atkin broke new ground for the gay, bisexual and transgender communities on Thursday (Friday in Manila) when he spoke openly about his sexuality and the way sport reacts when confronted with the issue.

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