It would be fair to say that Dani Alves isn’t having the best of times at the moment. The Barcelona legend is currently in Brians 2 Prison in Barcelona. He was accused of sexual assault against a 23-year-old woman in an event that occurred on the 30th of December.
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The 39-year-old former professional soccer player was arrested on January 20 and has been in prison since. The incident has shocked the soccer world, as Dani Alves had the image of a well-respected player and was a key part of Barcelona’s successful years.
Moreover, Dani Alves has also gone on a hunger strike. Despite all of this, the right-back has not been able to keep away from the sport he loves.
Dani Alves is playing soccer in prison
It has been reported that Alves is organizing amateur soccer matches in the prison, and is even taking part in them himself. These matches are said to be having a positive effect on the other inmates, with many of them showing improved behavior.
Further reports suggest that the ex-Barcelona star has already managed to score some goals. Dani Alves’ career spanned 20 years, during which he played for some of the biggest clubs in the world, including Barcelona, Juventus, and Paris Saint-Germain. He is the most decorated player in the history of the sport, having won 41 trophies.
It is yet to be seen what will happen to Alves. Regardless, there was one news that drove Dani Alves to go on a hunger strike.
Why did Alves go on a hunger strike?
Brazilian soccer star Dani Alves is currently on a hunger strike following the news of his wife Joana Sanz filing for divorce. The player has been in jail since January 20th. He’s even denied bail by the court as he faces sexual assault charges. His wife visited him in prison last month and demanded a divorce from him.
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🚨 Dani Alves has gone on a hunger strike in prison after his wife announced divorce. Sources close to Daniel Alves, claim that the player “is completely devastated and very nervous.” 🇧🇷[@eassimnet] pic.twitter.com/P9oCWqQX9P
— Football Talk (@FootballTalkHQ) March 17, 2023
Following accusations of sexual assault, Alves’ distressed situation has led him to reject food. As both the Brazilian soccer player and his wife try to come to terms with the current situation, Dani Alves remains in prison awaiting further legal proceedings.
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