An Australian midfielder on the workforce’s World Cup squad allegedly examined constructive for cocaine after being stopped for dashing, .
, 22, was reportedly stopped in Sydney twice in the identical night time in his BMW.
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After the second cease, during which he was caught driving 109 km/h in a 60-km/h zone (68 mph in a 37-mph zone), Volpato reportedly examined constructive for cocaine.
Cristian Volpato is seen celebrating his workforce’s aim in opposition to . IMAGN IMAGES through Reuters
He was additionally given a breathalyzer check, which he reportedly handed.
The Sassulo midfielder has seen his license suspended for six months.
In accordance with the outlet, it’s “understood” that Volpato has denied utilizing medication and turned in a unfavourable check following an unbiased check.
The Australian soccer federation mentioned: “Soccer Australia is conscious of allegations involving one in every of our gamers.
“We have now been in touch with the participant and proceed to observe the matter and help the participant all through this course of.”
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Volpato began three of Australia’s 4 video games on this summer time’s World Cup as Australia made it out of the group stage to arrange a Spherical of 32 matchup with Egypt.
Volpato was stopped twice for dashing and alllegedly examined constructive for cocaine. Marcel van Dorst/DeFodi Photographs/Shutterstock
The Soceroos fell to Egypt in a penalty shootout after the match completed 1-1 following additional time.
Volpato represented at numerous youth ranges earlier than making his debut for Australia’s senior workforce final yr.
He has additionally spent his senior membership profession taking part in in Italy, as he was beforehand with Roma earlier than making the swap to in 2023.
He performed an elevated function for the workforce final yr as he appeared in 24 video games (11 begins), scoring two objectives and offering 4 assists.
Sassuolo will kick off their Serie A marketing campaign on Aug. 23 vs. Atalanta.
