Brazilian star arrested for failing to pay child support

18 September 2025

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Douglas Costa has been sentenced to 30 days in prison in Brazil for failing to pay alimony.
Brazilian star arrested for failing to pay child support

Brazilian football star Douglas Costa is facing legal trouble.

 

Today, a family court in Porto Alegre sentenced the former Bayern Munich, Juventus, and Shakhtar midfielder to 30 days in prison for failing to pay alimony. According to Globo, the total debt amounts to 492,965.29 Brazilian reals (around $93,000).
Sydney FC has also confirmed that the 35-year-old’s contract was terminated by mutual agreement, citing legal and personal reasons.

 

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