Antony's house burgled during Champions League match

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 19:08 · Archive

Former Manchester United forward Antony's house was burgled while he played in a Champions League match for Real Betis.

Former Manchester United winger Antony revealed that his house was burgled while he played in Real Betis' Champions League match against Porto. The 26-year-old Brazilian started the fixture and provided an assist as Betis secured a 3-2 comeback victory. It was the club's second win since returning to the Champions League for the first time since the 2005-06 season.

Antony announced the break-in on Thursday through an Instagram post. He said he was 'very sad and angry' about what happened, describing the ordeal as difficult to process. He stated that whilst the loss of belongings was frustrating, he was more concerned about the violation of his family's sense of security.

In his statement, Antony wrote: 'It's hard to describe the feeling of having your home broken into. Everything we worked so hard for and poured our hearts into obtaining was taken.' He continued: 'The most infuriating thing is not just the loss of belongings, but the loss of security in a place where we should feel most protected, and seeing the unease in my family's eyes.' He added that 'no possession is more precious than the lives and safety of my family'.

How it is being reported

• Man Utd flop burgled DURING match as he issues ‘angry' family statementEx-Manchester United forward Antony has shared an emotional message after his house was burgledMirror Sport · 16 Oct, 18:50
• 'Angry' and 'very sad' Antony has home burgled while he plays in Champions League - as former Man United star bemoans 'unease in my family's eyes' in emotional messageThe Brazilian, 26, was substituted late on during Real Betis' 3-2 victory over Porto on Tuesday after providing an assist for Cucho Hernandez's equaliser in the clash.Daily Mail Sport · 16 Oct, 08:17

In this story: Antony · Real Betis · Manchester United · Porto

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