- Man Utd Star Antony Refutes Domestic Violence Claims By Former Partner Gabriela Cavallin
Manchester United winger Antony has spoken out, asserting that he has been “falsely accused” of domestic violence by his former partner Gabriela Cavallin.
The accusation emerged after Cavallin filed a police report, alleging domestic violence, threats, and bodily injury against the footballer. The incident in question allegedly occurred on May 20, the same day Antony played for Manchester United against AFC Bournemouth. The initial report included photos of injuries and threatening messages. In a recent interview, Cavallin, a DJ and influencer, detailed the alleged abuse and claimed that Antony had made death threats against her.
Antony has broken his silence on the matter, posting a statement on Instagram.
Translated into English, it reads: “After submitting my statement at the police station where investigation involving my name is being conducted, I wanted to speak for the first time since I was falsely accused of assault.
“I stayed silent until the moment so that nothing could interfere with the investigation process, but during all those days my family and I suffered in silence. Despite being born and raised in a very needy community, I had never been through a situation similar to this, in which a false assault charge resulted in a preliminary and unfair public judgement on the part of some.
“After the closure of the investigation my innocence will be proven. [I am] certain that justice will prevail and the damage initially caused to my image will be in the past. Thank you to the countless messages of support at this very difficult time.”
Manchester United has not yet commented on the allegations.