The Latest Breaking News from Zander Murray

I was sacked for coming out. Now I help employers ensure LGBT+ staff are safe at work

A SCOTTISH woman is leading Scotland’s first LGBT+ leadership event 20 years after being sacked for coming out

The National (Scotland) · Oct 2, 2025

Scottish football is leading on inclusion – why can't society follow suit?

Football has long been called The Beautiful Game, not only for the magic on the pitch but also because of its unique ability to bring people, from…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 8, 2025

Referees’ Association chairman hopes David Coote remains in English football

Coote’s contract as an elite referee was terminated by PGMOL last month.

The Independent UK · Jan 28, 2025

Scotland's first openly gay footballer Zander Murray calls out "horrendous" homophobic abuse

Zander Murray, who became Scotland's first openly gay footballer back in September, has responded after a social media user subjected him to homophobic abuse online

Daily Mirror · Mar 14, 2023

Scotland's first openly gay male footballer Zander Murray targeted with homophobic abuse

The Bonnyrigg Rose striker was targeted by vile social media trolls just hours before a BBC documentary which tackled homophobia in Scottish football was broadcast on TV.

Glasgow Live · Mar 14, 2023

Scotland's first openly gay footballer Zander Murray targeted with homophobic abuse days before doc airs

Zander Murray, who plays for League 2 side Bonnyrigg Rose FC, has been investigating homophobia in Scottish football for a new BBC documentary which aired on Monday.

Daily Record · Mar 14, 2023

Midlothian footballer hits out at troll who sent vile homophobic slurs online

"It's absolutely pathetic - like a lot of gay guys I felt for years football wasn't a place for me even though it was a big part of my life as a wee boy."

Edinburgh Live · Mar 13, 2023

Trailblazing Zander Murray vows to "empower" LGBT+ players after making football history

Zander Murray became the first Scottish professional footballer to come out as gay back in September and is now looking to inspire the next generation of LGBT+ players

Daily Mirror · Mar 13, 2023

Scotland's first openly gay footballer calls on fans to tackle homophobia

Zander Murray says largely older fans and online trolls continue to dole out discriminatory abuse.

Daily Record · Mar 11, 2023

Zander Murray signs for Bonnyrigg Rose to become only openly gay player in SPFL

Zander Murray has become the first openly gay male footballer in the SPFL after making the move to Bonnyrigg.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 13, 2023