Angel Torres, a former Porto footballer, was arrested and charged with rape on Monday in Australia, where he now plays, reports The keeper.
The Colombian not only shone for the Blue and Whites, winning the Youth League (under-19 Champions League) in the 2018/19 season, but also played for Alverca.
The alleged rape of the woman occurred on March 24. The 24-year-old player, who posted bail, will appear in court on May 6. “[Torres] “He was taken to the police station where he was charged with assault, intimidation and sexual assault without consent,” the police statement said.
The Central Coast Mariners athlete has been suspended from participating in Australian federation competitions pending a court decision.
Angel Torres arrived to the Blue and White in 2018 from Colombia. He played for the U19 team and Porto’s B team before moving to Alverca. In 2022, he went to Malta, where he played for Balzan Uz.
He has 15 goals and seven assists for the Australians this season for the Mariners.