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Corinthians ask police for protection after goalkeeper receives death threat

May 13, 2021 Corinthians' Cassio during the warm up before the match Pool via REUTERS

Brazilian club Corinthians asked police to ensure the safety of their players on Thursday after their goalkeeper received a death threat following a Copa Libertadores defeat in Bolivia.

Cassio said he had handed over an audio message to the police that was sent to his wife via social media.

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