Real Madrid legend Iker Casillas stunned the footballing world by coming out as gay.
In a tweet published on Sunday, the ex-Spain goalkeeper said: "I hope you respect me: I'm gay."
Casillas was married to sports journalist Sara Carbonero for five years before their separation in March 2021, having had two children, both boys.
The 41-year-old, who retired in 2020 after suffering a cardiac arrest during training with final club Porto, is one of football's most successful goalkeepers.
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The Spaniard won one World Cup, two European Championships, five La Liga titles and three Champions Leagues in his 22-year career.
