Barcelona Court Holds Trial for Rape Accusations Against Footballer Dani Alves

The trial against Dani Alves for alleged rape has commenced in the Barcelona Court and the defense requested he be the last to testify. The trial is expected to last until Wednesday, with the prosecution seeking a prison term of nine years and compensation for the victim. Alves initially denied knowing the woman involved but later admitted to having consensual sex with her. The trial is open to the media except when the victim takes the stand. The defense has suggested that Alves may acknowledge a consensual relationship but claim drunkenness as a mitigating circumstance.