The player Raúl Asencio, defender of Real Madrid, was convicted on August 19, 2026 of driving drunk in the south of Gran Canaria. The incident, which occurred on August 16, 2026, reveals a sequence of legal problems that affect the athlete’s career. Asencio will also face further court proceedings in September on serious charges relating to the disclosure of secrets and child pornography.
Gran Canaria traffic violation details
Asencio’s conviction came after he was stopped in a routine traffic stop while driving his Porsche in the Gran Canaria region. The blood alcohol test indicated 0.90 mg/l of alcohol in the blood, a value that is close to four times the legal limit of 0.25 mg/l. This index elevated the traffic violation from an administrative fine to a crime against road safety, a classification applied when the level exceeds 0.60 mg/l.
Sentence established by Spanish justice
The summary trial that resulted in the conviction took place in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, just three days after the incident. Raúl Asencio accepted the sentence, which imposed a fine of €14,400, equivalent to four months with a daily fee of €120. In addition to the financial penalty, his driving license was suspended for a period of eight months, which directly impacts his mobility and personal routine.
Seasonal challenges and their impact on performance
The conviction for drunkenness comes at a delicate moment for Raúl Asencio’s career at Real Madrid. Despite his dedication in the pre-season, the defender was unable to establish a consistent position in the starting team. The series of problems off the field adds pressure and can influence his performance and continuity at the club, requiring focus and discipline to reverse the situation.
Retrial on serious charges of secrecy and pornography
- Ferran Ruiz
- Juan Rodríguez
- Andrés Garcia
The provisional charge against them covers two crimes of disclosing secrets, crimes against privacy and, in addition, a crime of distributing child pornography. The Public Ministry requests a sentence of two years, six months and one day in prison, in addition to a fine for Asencio.
Implication of Asencio and the progress of the legal process
Although Asencio did not directly participate in recording the materials, he was implicated in the alleged crime of distributing the images. The prosecution offered to drop the charges if the defender apologized to the victims, which was done and accepted before a notary, with due compensation. However, due to the semi-public nature of the process, the case could not be closed before trial, requiring evidence to be presented in court and the final decision to be made by the court.
