Dani Alves earned 126 international appearances for Brazil
Dani Alves, the ex-Barcelona and Brazil defender, has been officially charged by a Spanish judge following his arrest in January on allegations of sexual assault.
The incident, which Alves is accused of, took place in a Barcelona nightclub in December and led to his subsequent arrest. The judge involved in the case has stated that there is evidence of misconduct by the 40-year-old footballer.
Alves has been held without bail in prison since his arrest and all attempts for release have been declined. He maintains that the encounter with his accuser was consensual.
The footballer has decided not to prolong the legal proceedings by appealing against the charges, as confirmed by his attorney.
“Dani is disturbed by the account of the events. He is in disagreement with it,” Cristobal Martell, Alves’ lawyer, shared with the media.
In Spain, rape accusations are prosecuted as sexual assault and if convicted, the accused can face a prison term ranging between four to 15 years.
The prosecution is now expected to present formal charges to the court, and subsequently, a trial date will be scheduled.
During his tenure at Barcelona, Alves made 408 appearances, securing six league titles and three Champions League trophies in his two spells. He was also a part of the Brazilian squad in the 2022 World Cup.
In the wake of these allegations, Pumas UNAM, the Mexican club he most recently played for, terminated his contract immediately in January.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dani Alves sexual assault charges
What are the charges against Dani Alves?
Dani Alves, the ex-Barcelona and Brazil defender, has been officially charged by a Spanish judge with allegations of sexual assault, relating to an incident that took place in a Barcelona nightclub in December.
What is Alves’s response to these charges?
Alves claims that his encounter with his accuser was consensual. His lawyer confirmed that Alves does not plan to prolong the legal proceedings by appealing against the charges.
What are the legal implications if Alves is found guilty in Spain?
In Spain, rape accusations are prosecuted as sexual assault and if convicted, the accused can face a prison term ranging between four to 15 years.
What was Alves’s contribution to Barcelona FC and Brazil’s national team?
Dani Alves made 408 appearances for Barcelona during his tenure, securing six league titles and three Champions League trophies. He was also a part of the Brazilian squad in the 2022 World Cup.
What has been the reaction of his most recent club, Pumas UNAM?
Following the allegations against Dani Alves, his most recent club, Pumas UNAM, a Mexican team, terminated his contract immediately in January.
More about Dani Alves sexual assault charges
- Dani Alves’s Career Statistics
- Sexual Assault Laws in Spain
- Details about Barcelona FC
- Overview of Pumas UNAM
5 comments
no one should be above the law, even a football star. lets wait for the trial
Very saddened by the news. We were so proud of his contribution in the world cup. this isn’t good…
just can’t believe it… Dani was one of our greatest ever. hope he’s innocent
Unbelievable! never expected this from Dani…but remember everyone is innocent until proven guilty…
dang this is a shocker… Alves was a legend on the pitch, hate to see his rep tarnished this way