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Dani Alves Transitions to Preacher After Overturned Conviction

10/29/2025

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Dani Alves, the former Barcelona defender, has begun a new career as a preacher in Girona after his release.
In February 2024, a sexual assault conviction against him was overturned due to inconsistencies.
After serving 14 months, Alves was released on bail in March 2024.
Alves has embraced religion and leads prayers.
He reconciled with his wife Joana Sanz who has given birth to their first child.

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Story summary

Dani Alves, the former Barcelona defender, has begun a new career as a preacher in Girona after his release.
In February 2024, a sexual assault conviction against him was overturned due to inconsistencies.
After serving 14 months, Alves was released on bail in March 2024.
Alves has embraced religion and leads prayers.
He reconciled with his wife Joana Sanz who has given birth to their first child.