Champions League
Anthony's burglary shocks Real Betis after Champions League win
Real Betis secured a 3‑2 victory over FC Porto in the Champions League on Wednesday evening, but the celebration was overshadowed by a burglary in the home of the Brazilian striker. The contrasts between sporting success and personal drama are central.
Burglary and emotional impact
The 26‑year‑old Antony, who has already played ten matches for Betis this season, shared via an Instagram story that his house had been robbed. “Today I have to share a situation that makes me emotional and angry,” he wrote, emphasizing the lack of safety in his own home.
Antony, who recorded his first assist of the season in the match against Porto, added: “What makes me most angry is not the material loss, but the feeling of insecurity in my own house.” He added that no material things are as valuable as his family’s health.
The Brazilian, who played in the match against Porto, saw the Spaniards win 3‑2 at home. Despite the victory, his personal situation remained a source of frustration.
Antony has not yet scored a goal this season, but the assist shows his contribution to Betis’s successful evening. The club continues to benefit from his play, while he has to deal off the pitch with the aftermath of the burglary.