Off the PitchDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 24 Jul 2026
Socceroos star Volpato fails cocaine test, caught speeding twice
Allegedly tested positive for cocaine after being clocked at 109km/h in a 60km/h zone.
C. Volpato
player
Who
Cristian Volpato
What
Alleged positive roadside drug test for cocaine and two speeding incidents
When
July 23, 2026
Where
Sydney's Anzac Bridge
What happened. Cristian Volpato was allegedly caught speeding twice on Anzac Bridge in two hours, then failed a roadside drug test for cocaine.
- First stop: 25km/h over limit, issued infringement notice.
- Second stop: 109km/h in 60km/h zone, positive cocaine test.
- International driver's licence suspended for six months.
“Drivers are reminded that speeding and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can have devastating consequences.”
— NSW Police
Volpato's licence suspended; police warn against dangerous driving.
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