Dani Alves made his first appearance on the football pitch after being released on bail

Former Barcelona and Brazil player Dani Alves was spotted on the football pitch for the first time following his release from prison, as reported by the Daily Mail.

The 41-year-old footballer, who last played at a professional level in 2023, participated in an informal match on artificial turf in Barcelona. He wore a jersey of the Argentine club Boca Juniors, despite never having played for the team. It is reported that Alves arranged his participation in the match using an app that allows local players to organise games.

Alves, who is appealing his conviction on charges of rape, was released in March after posting bail set at €1 million.