The alleged four assailants lurked at Otamendi in the early morning hours in front of the house, returning from Sunday’s match with Famalica, which Benfica won 4: 1. There he was attacked and strapped around his neck to let him in.
Otamendi’s wife and son were in the house, who were said to be watching the whole assault. The robbers took away money and jewelry, the Portuguese police are investigating the incident. According to Benfika, the football player and his family are OK, despite the difficult situation.
Nicolás Otamendi, his wife and his son were assaulted in their house in Lisbon after Benfica’s match yesterday.
Four assailants attacked Otamendi, tied a belt around his neck and stole money and watches, reports @cmjornal. pic.twitter.com/KfBSHfXtYz
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This year, 33-year-old Otamendi celebrated, alongside Lionel Messi, the triumph at Copa America, of which he used to have two silver medals. Stoper also played in Manchester City, and has been working in Benfice since September 2020.
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