I can hear the wedding bells!
On Wednesday, March 13, Australian soccer player Josh Cavallo announced his engagement to his current fiance, Leighton Morrell. The proposal took place at Hindmarsh Stadium (also known as Coopers Stadium) in Adelaide, Australia, and was promoted by Mr. Cavallo's professional soccer team, Adelaide United.
“I'm starting this year with my fiancé.” [ring emoji; heart emoji]” Cavallo wrote in an Instagram post. “Mr. & Mrs. will be here soon. Thank you @adelaideunited for helping us prepare this surprise.”
The athlete added:
“Your constant support has meant so much to me. You have provided a safe space within football that I never could have dreamed of and encouraged me to live each day authentically. It felt right to share this special moment on the pitch where it all started.”
Reports of Cavallo and Morel's relationship began circulating in the media in late 2023. Cavallo usually keeps a low profile, but in recent months she has started sharing more photos and videos of her relationship with Morel.
Unfortunately, Cavallo had to endure homophobic abuse and harassment while playing for Adelaide United and receiving homophobic messages and attacks from soccer fans. Like most mainstream sports, soccer remains a difficult environment for athletes to come out to.
Despite the odds, Cavallo took the plunge and came out as gay and has lived his most authentic self ever since. He has now found love and even got engaged. What else could he ask for?
Congratulations to the couple!