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      Brighton fans stabbed, beaten and robbed by gang of 7 masked thugs ahead of Europa League clash with Roma

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      BRIGHTON and Hove Albion fans have been stabbed, beaten and robbed in Italy ahead of their Europa League last 16 clash with Roma.A 27-year-old and a 28-year-old, believed to be Brits, were assaulted by a masked gang of thugs and found by cops with stab wounds on their thighs.The shocking attack happened in RomeCredit: GettyRoberto De Zerbi is leading his Brighton team into their first ever knockout game in EuropeCredit: GettyBrighton training ahead of the match tonightCredit: RexPolice arrived outside a restaurant in Rome after hearing reports of fighting and found two men injured and bleeding on the street, Italian media reports.Cops were called to the Monti district after a waiter reported the chilling attack.The two fans had been beaten up in the street by “six of seven people wearing masks” just after midnight on Wednesday evening, a police spokesman said.The pair were also robbed of their bags which had their wallets and documents inside.read more in footballThe thugs sharply fled the scene before the cops could arrive. The two injured men were then taken to a local hospital.PC Darren Balkham, Sussex Police liaison officer for the club said on X: “We are aware of the incident reported in Italian media last night. “Have spoken to both Brighton fans who are ok.”Most read in FootballPolice are now investigating the case.A Brighton fan who saw the horrors unfold told The Argus: “We were just walking up the street having just left the pub, we weren’t chanting or anything.“All of a sudden these six people jumped us from behind. A couple of my mates ran away but I got jumped and beaten up.”They were kicking me everywhere, in the head and the ribs.“I’ve never had an experience like that. We go to every single game home and away and I’ve never experienced that, even in Marseille.“I’m a little shaken up and nervous but I’m still going to the game. We are staying at the hotel all day and then going straight back there after.”The game tonight marks Brighton’s first ever knock out match in Europe against a formidable opponent in Roma.Brighton managed to sell an impressive 3,500 tickets for the game tonight although the mammoth Stadio Olimpico will see them face up against 70,000 Roma fans.Among them are die hard football fans who make up the historic clubs ultras dubbed “the Fedayn” or the devotees.Italy as a whole has seen a number of issues with British football fans over the years.Brighton warned its supporters before travelling out to Rome to be wary of “street crime, including pick pocketing”.The British club also told fans: “Be vigilant, take precautions and take out valid travel insurance.”Avoid going around the city showing flags and colours of the club.”The club also faced fan issues when they travelled to Marseille for the away fixture in the group stage.Tensions flared following the Seagulls’ 2-2 draw with Marseille on Thursday night as supporters were shut in the stadium for hours after the European clash.Fans heading to the south of France had been warned they would be held up for at least 45 minutes for safety reasons.But furious football lovers complained they were kept back for at least two hours with no water offered.Supporters stuck in crowds claimed on social media some people fainted due to dehydration.Roberto De Zerbi’s men are coming into the match on the back of a turbulent few weeks. They haven’t won in the last three games and were played off the park by Fulham on Saturday in their final game before travelling out to Rome.Roma lost in the final of the Europa League last year on penalties under Jose Mourinho. After the match fuming Roma fans hounded British referee Anthony Taylor and his family at Budapest International Airport, forcing the police to rush them into a private room.READ MORE SUN STORIESThings almost took a horror turn when a chair narrowly avoided hitting him and his terrified family.The return fixture on the South Coast will take place on March 14, with Brighton looking to move on to the quarter finals.Roma fans are known for their fiery support of their players More

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      Sam Kerr’s Chelsea manager Emma Hayes breaks silence on star’s court case for ‘racist abuse of police officer’

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      SAM Kerr’s manager has backed her player in the football star’s court case for “racist abuse of police officer”.Emma Hayes has given the Australian her “full support” on Wednesday after Kerr allegedly called an officer a “a stupid white b*****d”.Sam Kerr of Chelsea is hugged by manager of Chelsea Emma HayesCredit: GettyHayes has broken her silence Kerr’s criminal chargeCredit: Chelsea FCThe 30-year-old will face a trial after cops were called to a dispute over a taxi fare following a night out.Australia women’s captain and Chelsea striker Kerr is said to have been sick in the cab after a night out.Speaking to media ahead of the top of the table clash with Manchester City, Hayes backed her player.She said: “Sam has our full support, she knows that.Read more on football”It’s a difficult time for her. Of course I can’t comment, you know that.”Hayes was asked whether she knew about the criminal proceedings before Monday’s news broke.The coach said: “I can say that I know she’s pleaded not guilty and I don’t want to do anything to jeopardise anything for Sam by speaking about it. “For that reason, I’m sure you can appreciate that’s all I’m going to say on the matter.Most read in Football”But she has our full support, she knows that, it’s really important I get that across, it’s something I really really value.”There’s difficult moments, tough times and that’s what my role is at this football club, to make sure I look after our people.”I want to make it clear that Sam will be supported by me and everybody else.”Kerr is alleged to have unleashed a racist verbal volley when cops arrived to deal with the dispute in Twickenham, South West London, on January 30 last year.She has been charged with intentionally causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress to the male PC under section 31(1)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonment.Kerr, of Richmond, South West London, was summonsed via postal requisition to first appear at Wimbledon magistrates’ court on February 1.The case was committed to Kingston crown court where she appeared via videolink on Monday.She wore a white T-shirt and black  jacket and spoke only to confirm her name and plead not guilty to the charge.READ MORE SUN STORIESJudge Judith Elaine Coello ordered her to appear for a four-day trial at the court in February next year at which two police officers are expected to give evidence.Before that, a hearing is scheduled to take place on 26 April where it is expected the defence will try  to dismiss the case by claiming abuse of process.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonmentCredit: Getty More

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      Football fan, 42, charged with ‘headbutting’ Roy Keane after brawl broke out during Arsenal vs Man Utd match

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      A FOOTBALL fan has been charged with allegedly headbutting Roy Keane after a fight erupted during an Arsenal vs Man Utd match.Scott Law is accused of attacking the Utd hardman when he cheered a goal from his former club at the Emirates.Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wall with Keane nearbyThe alleged attack took place after Keane celebrated a late Utd goalScott Law has been charged with common assaultThe 43-year-old has been charged with common assault and is due to appear at Highbury Magistrates’ Court on March 14.Law, who is married with children, allegedly went for Keane on September 3 last year.Keane and fellow Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards were waiting by a lift at the North London stadium when the incident unfolded.The Utd legend had celebrated a last-minute goal from Alejandro Garnacho, which was later ruled off-side.Read more newsVideo showed Micah pinning a man against a wall following the confrontation.Both pundits were reportedly left shaken following the alleged attack.Witnesses also claimed blood was left splattered on the ground of the West Stand of the Gunners’ home-ground.The pair were eventually escorted down to the pitch, where they gave their thoughts post-match with ex-Arsenal winger Theo Walcott and presenter Dave Jones.Most read in FootballAn Arsenal spokesperson said at the time: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.”The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully cooperating with their enquiries.”Ole Gunnar Solskjær reveals how coach stopped him from charging at Roy KeaneKeane was reportedly left shaken by the alleged attackHe later gave his thoughts on the match More

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      Shock moment cops storm pitch and ARREST footballer ‘who runs deadly drugs gang’ before he’s led away in his kit & cuffs

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      THIS is the shocking moment cops storm a onto a pitch and arrest an amateur footballer accused of being the boss of a deadly drugs clan.The 24-year-old suspect was swiftly cuffed and bundled away during a home match in Minas Gerais State, Brazil.A man was arrested in Brazil, during an amateur football matchThe man is believed to be the head of a drugs trafficking clanVideo footage shows the player, who has not been named, being dragged off the pitch by heavily armed police officers in front of stunned spectators.An arrest warrant issued by the Laranja da Terra Court identifies him as the suspected head of a fierce drug trafficking clan in Espirito Santo.He is also accused of being part of an assassination clan in Vitoria who masterminded an attempted hit on a rival on February 4th.The Military Police in Minas Gerais told local media that the man had a long police record for assault, threats, drug trafficking and firearms offences.read more on football He is being held at Minas Gerais prison under preventive arrest.The investigation is ongoing.It comes as a glamorous gangster’s moll wrote a love note to Scots drug kingpin James ‘The Don’ White after he was snared by cops in Brazil.South American beauty Paula Gomes told of her heartache when her “very special” boyfriend’s criminal empire came crashing down.Most read in FootballIt is understood she fell for the married hood when he was hiding out in the beachfront city of Fortaleza.Her Instagram is full of videos and selfies showing off her tattoos, curves and luxury lifestyle including flash trips to Spain, Dubai and Norway.Premier League star’s shock after gang take over home he owns & turn it into cannabis factory with hundreds of plantsWhite’s fling with Gomes emerged as he awaited sentencing for running a multi-million pound drugs, guns and dirty money plot from his Brazilian hideaway.The pair met after he fled to the country where he took over control of Scotland’s most prolific drugs cartel following the disappearance of Mr Big brothers James Gillespie, 50, and Barry, 46, of Rutherglen, near Glasgow.Gomes wrote: “I will never forget all that you have done for me.“Actually remembering you is remembering me. You are a very special person, very special.“I believe I never knew anyone with such a marvellous heart.“I only desire that your life gives you great victories and this great storm will pass quickly from your life. You are more than an incredible human being.A stunned crowd watched on as he was led away More

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      Chelsea star Sam Kerr ‘called cop a stupid white b*****d in row over taxi fare after being sick in cab on night out’

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      SUPERSTAR women’s footballer Sam Kerr called a policeman “a stupid white b*****d,” it has been claimed.The 30-year-old Aussie’s alleged racial insult came after cops were called to a dispute over a taxi fare.Chelsea player Sam Kerr has been caught in a racism row after allegedly abusing a police officerCredit: GettySam allegedly called the officer a ‘a stupid white b*****d’Credit: GettyKerr is said to have allegedly said the phrase after a night outCredit: GettySam appeared in court via video link and pleaded not guilty to the chargeCredit: InstagramAustralia women’s captain and Chelsea striker Kerr is said to have been sick in the cab after a night out.Kerr is then alleged to have unleashed a racist verbal volley when cops arrived to deal with the dispute in Twickenham, South West London, on January 30 last year.She has been charged with intentionally causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress to the male PC under section 31(1)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.If convicted, FIFA poster girl Kerr faces a maximum sentence of two years’ imprisonment.Read more on footballKerr, of Richmond, South West London, was summonsed via postal requisition to first appear at Wimbledon magistrates’ court on February 1.The case was committed to Kingston crown court where she appeared via videolink on Monday.She wore a white T-shirt and black  jacket and spoke only to confirm her name and plead not guilty to the charge.Judge Judith Elaine Coello ordered her to appear for a four-day trial at the court in February next year at which two police officers are expected to give evidence.Most read in FootballBefore that, a hearing is scheduled to take place on 26 April where it is expected the defence will try  to dismiss the case by claiming abuse of process.The judge said she understood that Kerr’s defence would be that she did not intend to cause alarm, harassment or distress to the police officer and that her behaviour was not racially motivated.It is understood the delay in charging Kerr stemmed from CPS lawyers trying to decide what offence to prosecute her for.Kerr, who became the first female footballer to appear on the front cover of the global FIFA 23 video game, has spoken out against racism in the past.She and the Matildas team linked arms and posed with an Aboriginal flag ahead of their match against New Zealand. in 2021.Kerr said at the time: “We’re very proud of it.“We spoke a lot about it as a team. We wanted to do something that was important to us and show unity within our group.”She is nicknamed the ‘Millionaire Matilda’ because of her lucrative career earnings and is the only female player to have won the golden boot in three different leagues and on three different continents.Kerr was selected to carry the Australian national flag at Prince Charles’ coronation at Westminster Abbey in May last year, cementing her iconic status Down Under.She signed for Chelsea in 2019 and has since scored 99 goals in 128 matches. READ MORE SUN STORIESKerr is currently sidelined with a long-term cruciate ligament knee injury sustained during a warm weather training camp in Morocco in January.She is engaged to be married to  West Ham United’s Kristie Mewis, 32.Sam Kerr has played for Chelsea since 2020Credit: GettySam Kerr and Kristie Mewis, who are engagedCredit: Instagram More

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      Quincy Promes ‘detained at Dubai Airport’ after being sentenced to six years in prison for smuggling 1,370kg of cocaine

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      DUTCH international Quincy Promes has reportedly been detained at Dubai Airport after being sentenced to six years in prison for smuggling cocaine.The Dutch footballer, 32, received jail time for helping to smuggle 1,363kg of the drug but has now allegedly landed himself in more hot water.Quincy Promes has reportedly been detained by Dubai cops at border controlCredit: GettyThe Dutch international was sentenced last month for his part in smuggling cocaineCredit: APBut the Spartak Moscow attacker had been avoiding jail by staying in Russia.However, cops in the Middle East are now holding him after he allegedly went to a Dubai training camp with his club.Various reports state that he was stopped at border control and was not allowed to travel with his team-mates back to Russia. Last month, Promes was handed a six-year jail term for his involvement in smuggling over 1,350 kilos of cocaine in January 2020.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThat was after the ex-Ajax winger was sentenced to 18 months in prison for stabbing his cousin back in June.De Telegraaf are claiming that the Netherlands’ Public Prosecution Service was not aware of Promes’ detention when it initially happened.They state that it is suspected in Russia that Dubai police holding Promes is connected to his criminal conviction.However, they also add that it has not yet been confirmed by Middle East cops.Most read in FootballNow fresh reports in Russia have claimed that he had been kept in custody as he allegedly caused a traffic accident in Dubai and then fled the scene.The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has now submitted a request for Promes’ extradition, according to Russian journalist Ivan Karpov.Dutch football star Quincy Promes charged with attempted murder after ‘stabbing his cousin at family party’ Despite this arrest not being allegedly linked to his criminal convictions, this fresh report states that there is a chance that he could be extradited to his homeland.It says that the Public Prosecution Service has submitted a request for this to happen and that the Netherlands has had a limited extradition treaty with that state for a number of years.It was also said that prosecutors wanted to know “how such a successful footballer allowed himself to be drawn so deeply into crime” and had initially wanted a nine-year sentence for him.They claimed that Promes “normalises and almost romanticises the cocaine trade” while the court also heard that there was extra focus placed on him because of his public image as a role model.Last year, Promes was sentenced to 18 months behind bars for stabbing his cousin in the knee at a family party.The 50-capped Dutch star, who spent a season with Sevilla in Spain from 2018, appealed that sentencing but was ordered to pay compensation to his relative.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Promes has continued playing football with Spartak – racking up eight goals and eight assists in 21 appearances before the winter break.Meanwhile, away from the pitch, Promes is a wannabe rapper and even freestyled with compatriot and close pal Memphis Depay.Quincy Promes’ football careerCLUBS

      FC Twente 2011-14 – 35 games (11 goals)
      Go Ahead Eagles 2012-13 (loan) – 41 (17)
      Spartak Moscow 2014-18 – 135 (66)
      Sevilla 2018-19 – 49 (3)
      Ajax 2019-21 – 53 (22)
      Spartak Moscow 2021-present – 99 (46)

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      Netherlands U19 2011 – 5 (0)
      Netherlands U20 2012-13 – 4 (1)
      Netherlands U21 2013-14 – 10 (7)
      Netherlands 2014-21 – 50 (7)

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      Russian Premier League 2016–17
      Russian Cup 2021–22
      Russian Super Cup 2017
      Johan Cruyff Shield 2019
      Russian Premier League Golden Boot 2017-18 More

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      Football club mascot accused of sex harassment after grabbing female reporter so tight she ‘felt sweat through costume’

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      A FEMALE reporter has accused a smiling football mascot of sexual harassment after he grabbed her and pushed at her head.Gisele Kumpel was left disgusted by the man’s alleged actions after she claimed his sweat could even be felt through the costume when he unwillingly hugged her.
      Gisele Kumpel has accused a football mascot of sexual harassment during a game in BrazilCredit: X/@Gikumpel
      The Internacional mascot, known as Saci, has been suspended by the club over the claimsCredit: Instagram
      Kumpel, a female broadcaster who works on football matches in Brazil, labelled the man behind the costume an “idiot” and a “criminal” for the alleged acts.
      The claims say that Kumpel was forcefully hugged by the Internacional mascot, known as Saci, after a winning goal in the game.
      Kumpel then described having her head pushed as the embrace continued for far too long.
      The final allegation against the man was that he made a kissing gesture in her direction – an act that left her horrified and feeling singled out among her fellow male reporters.
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      I could hear the sound of the kiss and I felt his sweatGisele KumpelRadio Monumental broadcaster
      Kumpel spoke out against the mascot describing what she claims happened: “He came up to me and hugged me.
      “He stayed hugging me. Even with the mask on, he pushed my head and made a gesture of kissing me.
      “I could hear the sound of the kiss and I felt his sweat.
      “I was the only woman on that side of the field. There were other journalists, but he only did that to me.”
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      She later took to social media to say: “Another day of women wanting to do their job in football and suffering for it with idiots who are criminals.”
      The shocking allegations were all given to the police who are now investigating them.
      Internatcional also handed over any pitch side footage they had from the game.
      The mascot has been suspended by the club but is yet to be formally named by them or local media.
      International said in a statement: “Regarding the registration of an incident related to the figure of the Saci mascot, Sport Club Internacional informs that it sent the images of its internal monitoring circuit to the Police Station in charge of investigating the episode.”
      “We trust that all the facts will be duly clarified with the authority police.
      “Therefore, and pending the prompt resolution of the case, the employee responsible for the mascot and the Club itself will remain at the disposal of the authorities.
      “Until the process is completed, the employee will be separated from the representation of Saci.”
      Kumpel showed pictures of herself at the local police station online after speaking to cops about the alleged harassment.
      She vowed to keep up with her complaints and make sure they are dealt with properly “so that no other woman goes through this”.
      All of the allegations come from Internacional’s clash with Gremio on February, 25.
      The wide-eyed mascot who wears Internacional’s classic red home strip and cap was celebrating a last gasp winner in the highly competitive contest that ended 3-2.
      Saci is permanently seen with a big grinning smile on his huge foam head.
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      The shocking claims wrecked what should’ve been a night of celebrations in Porto Alegre as the team went top of the table in the Brasileirão Série A.
      Video later emerged of Kumpel behind the goal at the game with Saci standing nearby.
      Kumpel claimed she was hugged, pushed and forced to watch the mascot make kissing gestures at her during the gameCredit: @gisele_kumpel/CEN
      Kumpel took the allegations to the cops after the incident and says she will continue to pursue them for women across the worldCredit: X/@Gikumpel More

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      Dani Alves statue wrapped in duct tape & bin bags as furious locals demand its removed after shamed star jailed for rape

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      DANI Alves’ statue was wrapped in duct tape and bin bags as his hometown wants it removed following his rape conviction.The former Barcelona star was jailed for more than four years after being found guilty of raping a woman in a Spanish nightclub.
      Alves was found guilty of sexually assaulting a young woman in a Barcelona nightclubCredit: AP
      Dani Alves’ statue in his hometown, Juazeiro, was wrapped in duct tape and bin bags as locals demand to get it removedCredit: X/@MCITY_8
      The life-size statue shows Alves wearing the Brazilian national team shirt and a football at his feetCredit: X/@MCITY_8
      The court ordered that Alves pay £130,000 (150,000 euros) to the victim and sentenced him to four and a half years behind bars.
      The Brazilian right-back has denied the allegations and is set to appeal the decision.
      Neighbours in his hometown of Juazeiro, in the state of Bahia, wrapped his statue with bin bags and duct tape in a bid to get it removed following Alves’ sentencing.
      According to Marca, a local wrote on social media: “It’s about time to vandalise the statue of Dani Alves on the outskirts of Juazeiro, right?
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      “It has gotten embarrassing.”
      The statue was unveiled in 2020 as a tribute to Alves, born and raised in Juazeiro.
      The statue is located in the central region of the city and displays a life-size Daniel Alves wearing the Brazilian national team shirt and a football at his feet.
      But the work has been vandalised several times since the player’s arrest.
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      The Juazeiro City Council is now considering removing the statue but said it will only comment on the matter after the athlete’s case has become final, Estadao reports.
      It has been revealed that Alves could be released from prison as soon as July 20 when he will have served a third of his sentence, reported Spanish media.
      Dani Alves’ model ex Joana Sanz arrives at court to reveal what ‘drunk’ ex-Barcelona star told her moments after ‘rape’
      He would be allowed to leave jail to work or “participate in activities” for the day before returning at night as per Spanish law. It is not clear what these activities will be.
      The disgraced footballer could also exchange part of his sentence in Spain for expulsion to Brazil, lawyer Agustín Martínez Becerra told Globo G1.
      Spanish law states that foreigners sentenced between one and five years in prison can request to exchange their sentence for expulsion to their home country.
      As well as two spells at Barcelona, Alves has played for Seville, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain and Sao Paulo.
      He is widely considered one of the greatest full-backs of all time and became the oldest player to represent Brazil at the World Cup in December 2022 in Qatar.
      The Brazilian defender was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison but he may be able to leave in a matter of monthsCredit: AFPTimeline of Dani Alves’ caseDecember 30, 2022: A woman alleges she was sexually assaulted in the toilets of Sutton nightclub

      January 1, 2023: Cops in Barcelona investigate an alleged sexual assault in a nightclub involving Dani Alves
      January 5, 2023: Dani Alves’ alleged victim makes a formal complaint claiming she was sexually assaulted
      CCTV footage shows Alves had been alone for 47 seconds in a toilet at the nightclub with his accuser
      January 20, 2023: Alves is remanded in custody by a judge in Barcelona
      He initially denies ever meeting his accuser but later confirms they had sex in the nightclub’s toilets – but insists was consensual
      January 31, 2023: His wife Joana Sanz, 29, demands a divorce
      February 8, 2023: It emerges that Alves is said to be receiving ‘VIP treatment’ in prison
      March 17, 2023: Alves goes on a hunger strike following split from wife
      November 14, 2023: The footballer is ordered to stand trial for the alleged assault
      November 24, 2023: Prosecutors demand nine years jail time and to pay the alleged victim  £130,000, if found guilty
      February 5, 2024: Alves appears in court in Spain facing twelve years in jail
      February 6 2024: Joana Sanz testified in court about a “drunk” phone call her husband made to her after the alleged assault
      February 7 2024: Alves tells a Spanish court the encounter was consensual More