Adelaide United teenager Musa Toure sorry for social media post saying he didn’t support pride round

Apologetic Adelaide United teenager Musa Toure was told by club officials to remove a social media post saying he did not support the A-League’s pride round despite the Reds claiming to “respect individual beliefs”.

This weekend’s round of A-League matches is the competition’s official Pride Celebration, with the Pride Cup on offer at Saturday’s women’s and men’s double-header at Coopers Stadium between Adelaide and Melbourne Victory.

Earlier this week, Toure announced on Instagram that he and club’s other Muslim players “disagree” with pride round.

“For the Muslim brothers and sisters I’m an Adelaide United player but also I’m a Muslim before anything,” Toure said in his post.

“I do not support the pride round. I love football but I have no say … the Muslims in my team all disagree about the pride round but we also have no problem with the LGBTQ PEOPLE!! It’s their life.”

However, soon after Toure was told to delete the post by Reds officials.

“Adelaide United acknowledges a social media statement made by one of our players regarding pride round,” the Reds said in a statement.

“We respect individual beliefs, and we will continue to embrace diversity, and welcome individuals from all backgrounds.

“Our club is committed to inclusivity and respect for all, and through the pride round, we want to celebrate everyone, no matter who you are, who you love, or what faith you hold.

“We will continue educating players and staff about the significance of respecting diversity and promoting inclusivity, while fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, welcomed, and accepted.”

Adelaide’s men’s squad includes Josh Cavallo, who came out as the world’s first professional gay footballer in 2021, while the club’s women’s team