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Mir pleads innocence amid 10-year prison threat

The legal team representing Rafa Mir has taken a firm stance by requesting that his upcoming trial be held in public, directly opposing the prosecution's preference for closed-door sessions. Under the guidance of lawyer Jaime Campaner, the defence argues that there is no justification for a private trial and insists on the importance of public scrutiny regarding the evidence presented by the prosecution.

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La Liga striker facing over 10 years in prison for alleged rape

Elche striker Rafa Mir is facing a potential 10-and-a-half-year prison sentence following a severe escalation in his ongoing legal battle. Spanish prosecutors have formalised their request for jail time in relation to an alleged sexual assault involving a 21-year-old woman in September 2024. The forward, who was on loan at Valencia at the time of the incident, now awaits a trial that could end his professional career.

Frequently asked questions

Bruno Fernandes is a central attacking midfielder by nature, although he has also played as a second striker or in a deeper playmaking position in the midfielder. On many occasions at Manchester United, Erik ten Hag has also used him out wide on the right due to his crossing ability.

Bruno Fernandes was born in Maia, in the Porto Metropolitan Area, Portugal.

Bruno Fernandes wears the No. 8 jersey at Manchester United, previously worn by players like Wayne Rooney and Juan Mata.

Bruno Fernandes stands at 1.79m (5ft 10in), and is one of the most prolific goalscoring and chance-creating midfielders in the Premier League.

Bruno Fernandes weighs 69kg (152 lbs). He is an excellent presser when the opposition is in their first phase of build-up, and is also an ever-reliable player when it comes to set pieces.

Bruno Fernandes' first club during his childhood was local outfit Infesta. He joined Boavista in 2004, where he spent most of his youth career. Interestingly, he was offered a chance to join Porto's youth academy, but instead decided to join their rivals.

Bruno Fernandes and his wife Ana Pinho have two children - a daughter named Matilde and a son named Goncalo.

Bruno Fernandes is married to childhood sweetheart Ana Pinho. The duo exchanged vows in 2015.