Childhood and Education Journey of Dani Alves in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2025

An overview of the childhood and early education of Dani Alves, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Dani Alves is a Brazilian former professional footballer, primarily a right-back, considered one of the best full-backs ever. He holds the record for most trophies won by a footballer, boasting an impressive 43 titles throughout his career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

May 1983: Dani Alves is born

On May 1983, Daniel "Dani" Alves da Silva was born. He is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right-back.

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September 2011: Special Olympics Ambassador

On September 29, 2011, Alves was appointed as a Special Olympics Ambassador for its Global Football program.

2013: Wore Shirt Number 22 as Tribute to Eric Abidal

In 2013–14, Dani Alves wore shirt number 22, formerly worn by his friend Eric Abidal, and offered to donate part of his liver during Abidal's treatment for liver cancer.

2014: Promoting respect and inclusion in football

In 2014, Alves was promoting respect and inclusion in football for people with intellectual disabilities

April 2015: Support for Armenian Genocide Recognition

On April 24, 2015, Alves publicly expressed his support for the campaign for international recognition of the Armenian genocide, later apologizing to his Turkish fans on April 27, 2015.

February 2017: Return From Injury

In February 2017, Dani Alves made his return from injury as a substitute in a 1–0 Derby d'Italia win over Internazionale.

June 2018: Release of "Suave" on YouTube

On June 15, 2018, Alves, along with José Manuel Pinto, released a song called "Suave" on YouTube.

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August 2018: Changed Squad Number

On 28 August 2018, Dani Alves announced he was changing his squad number from 32 to 13 in tribute to Mário Zagallo.

September 2021: Support for Jair Bolsonaro and Appointment to Earthshot Prize Council

In September 2021, Alves indicated his support for Jair Bolsonaro and was appointed as an Earthshot Prize council member.

January 2022: São Paulo's Payment Agreement

Starting in January 2022, São Paulo agreed to pay Alves R$400,000 monthly over five years to cover the R$18 million debt from his 2019 contract.

December 2022: Alleged Sexual Assault in Barcelona Nightclub

On December 30, 2022, the alleged sexual assault occurred at a Barcelona nightclub, leading to the subsequent arrest and charges against Alves in January 2023.

2022: Spanish 2022 Consensual Sex Law Passed

In 2022, The crime could receive prosecution through Spain's recently passed 2022 consensual sex law.

2022: Trial was the first to be held under Spain's 2022 sex crime law.

The trial was also regarded as the first high-profile trial to be held under Spain's 2022 sex crime law.

January 2023: Arrest for Sexual Assault

On January 20, 2023, Alves was arrested by Catalan police and remanded in custody without bail on charges of sexual assault.

February 2023: Witness Testimony and Potential Prosecution Under 2022 Consensual Sex Law

By February 2023, at least eight witnesses had provided testimony, and it was reported that the crime could receive prosecution through Spain's recently passed 2022 consensual sex law.

March 2023: Separation from Joana Sanz

In March 2023, after Alves' arrest, his wife Joana Sanz separated from him, citing emotional hurt.

April 2023: Testimony in Court

On April 17, 2023, Alves testified in court, claiming he had consensual sexual intercourse with the woman during the incident, after previously denying any sexual activity.

May 2023: Bail Denial

In May 2023, Alves was denied bail and remained in prison.

July 2023: Original Trial Schedule

In July 2023, it was reported that Alves' trial in Spain was originally scheduled to take place between October and November 2023.

August 2023: Formal Indictment and Trial Date Determination

On August 2, 2023, Alves was formally indicted, and it was determined that a trial date would be set for later in the year or early in 2024.

November 2023: Original Trial Schedule

In July 2023, it was reported that Alves' trial in Spain was originally scheduled to take place between October and November 2023.

December 2023: Trial Scheduled for February 2024

On December 20, 2023, a Barcelona-based court scheduled Alves' trial to begin on February 5, 2024.

January 2024: Fifth Version of Events

On January 17, 2024, Alves claimed he was severely impaired by alcohol consumption, detailing his fifth version of events regarding the alleged incident.

February 2024: Continued Imprisonment

By February 2024, Alves was still in prison awaiting trial.

February 2024: Guilty Verdict and Sentencing

On February 22, 2024, Alves was found guilty of rape and sentenced to four and a half years in prison. He was also ordered to pay €150,000 in damages to the victim. Following the sentence, Barcelona retired him from the "Legend" section, but later reinstated his likeness on the website.