The Brazilian national team has formally dropped Manchester United winger Antony amid claims that he harassed and hurt his ex-partner.
His ex-girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin alleged in an interview that Antony physically assaulted her on numerous occasions between June of last year and May of this year.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed this on his social media accounts;
: Antony dropped from Brazil national team with immediate effect ⚠️
Official statement from Federation on Antony ⤵️
“In light of the facts which came to light on Monday 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”.