Brazil Soccer Chief Says Rape Convictions for Alves and Robinho Ends ‘Nefarious Chapter’

Published on March 24, 2024

SAO PAULO—Brazil soccer chief Ednaldo Rodrigues says the rape convictions of former internationals Dani Alves and Robinho ends “one of the most nefarious chapters” in the country’s sports history. Brazil confederation executives and coaching staff feel sorry for “the victims of the brutal crimes committed by the former footballers,” Mr. Rodrigues said in a statement on Friday. Robinho was jailed on Thursday after a high court authorized his nine-year sentence from a trial in Italy to be served in Brazil. Mr. Alves is serving a 4.5-year sentence for rape. “The yellow shirt that Brazilian athletes wear on the pitch is much more than a jersey. Just like soccer to Brazil is more than a sport. Those who wear it need to defend the feelings and values of a whole country they represent,” Mr. Rodrigues said....

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