Angel Di Maria left the Paris Saint-Germain game against Nantes early on Sunday to run to his home where he was murdered by his family in attendance, sources have told ESPN.
Another PSG player, Marquinhos, had also targeted his parents ’house with attackers throughout the game.
Marquinhos posted a statement on Instagram that read: “Business representatives PSG and Marquinhos from Brazil can confirm that during the game against Nantes, his parents’ home was smashed while his parents were present at the residence but were not hurt someone and everyone was doing well, there was more fear than anything bad. French authorities have opened an investigation. “
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Mauricio Pochettino was replaced by the Argentine international just after the hour mark after a bizarre scene in which Leonardo, the Paris sports director, sent the bad news to the PSG manager, who contacted his player and walking him back to the dressing room.
Di Maria, who was obviously upset, left the Parc des Princes to run home to be with family.
Police have opened an investigation and the club will fully support the two players and their families.
Di Maria went through a similar experience while playing for Manchester United in 2015, when he and his family suffered an assault from an attack by burgers.