Stonewall Lions (UK) defeat United FC (USA) for Gay Games Division 1 Men's Football Championship

Report by James Sanders of the UK's Pink Paper:

Stonewall FC beat Florida United in Gay Games championship

Stonewall FC have successfully defended their title of Gay Games Champions after defeating USA's Florida United FC 2-1 in Cologne on Saturday.

Stonewall FC defended their title in Cologne following their success four years ago when they won gold at the Chicago Gay Games.

Stonewall FC, who were the tournament favorites, got off to a slow start after losing their first game 3 – 2 to Milan. However, after the initial scare they raised their game and continued through the tournament without defeat and scoring freely.

Read the rest of the story HERE. Photo is Stonewall vs. Cream Team Cologne, the bronze medallist.

View the full results of the 77 team men's and women's Gay Games football (soccer) tournament HERE.