Manchester United’s attacker, Antony is the latest subject of scrutiny as he is currently being investigated for allegedly abusing his ex-girlfriend physically.
In response to this new development, the Brazilian national team has temporarily dropped him, pending the conclusion of the investigations by the police.
“In light of the facts which came to light on Monday (04/09) concerning Manchester United player Antony, which must be investigated, and in order to safeguard the alleged victim, the player, the Brazilian national team and the CBF, the organization informs that the athlete has been removed from the Brazilian national team”, a statement from the National team read.
Antony had issued a statement defending himself yesterday, but that was not enough to instill confidence in his alleged innocence from the national team.