Socceroos forward Cristian Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine after speeding

Sydney – Australian national soccer team forward Cristian Volpato is alleged to have tested positive for cocaine following two recent speeding offenses in the city. Police records show Volpato was stopped for exceeding the speed limit on separate occasions last month, prompting a routine drug screening that reportedly returned a positive result for the illicit substance. The Football Federation Australia (FFA) confirmed it has been notified of the test outcome and that the matter will be referred to its anti‑doping panel for further investigation.

The FFA’s anti‑doping policy mandates a provisional suspension pending a formal hearing, and any breach could result in a ban from domestic and international competition. Volpato, who has been a regular starter for the Socceroos in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers, has not yet issued a public comment. Authorities have indicated that the investigation will proceed in accordance with both national traffic and anti‑doping regulations, with final disciplinary measures to be determined after due process.