Icardi files lawsuit against former spouse Wanda Nara due to explicit video disclosure
In the world of football, the name Mauro Icardi has been making headlines for reasons beyond his prowess on the pitch. The latest developments in the legal case involving Icardi, his ex-wife Wanda Nara, and Uruguayan model Natasha Rey, centre on accusations of revenge porn, unauthorized distribution of intimate content, and extortion.
Icardi, a striker for Galatasaray, has found himself in a tumultuous situation, facing a criminal complaint and a new lawsuit against his ex-wife Wanda Nara. He accuses her of leaking a private intimate video of the couple without his consent, an act he claims was intended as revenge to defame him. This legal action, pursued with a team of Italian lawyers, comes just months after their official separation and while their divorce is still not finalized.
Simultaneously, Natasha Rey has accused Icardi of sending her compromising messages and explicit content, presenting a private video as evidence. Icardi has publicly denied these allegations, asserting that he never accepted her messages and claims instead that she initiated contact by sending him explicit videos without his consent. This dispute has fuelled significant media attention and further complicated the situation.
The case currently involves parallel legal and public conflicts. Icardi's criminal action against Wanda Nara for alleged revenge porn and the contentious accusations by Natasha Rey against Icardi about inappropriate messages and content. The matter remains highly charged, involving ongoing lawsuits, public statements, and media scrutiny both in Argentina and Italy.
Icardi has hinted at having evidence to support his claims. Offenders in Argentina, where the alleged crimes occurred, are often denied bail, indicating the gravity of the crime. The unauthorized distribution of intimate content is classified as a serious cybercrime in both Argentina and Italy, with convictions potentially resulting in prison sentences of up to ten years and substantial fines.
In Italy, the potential penalties for Icardi, under Article 612-ter of the penal code, include prison terms of up to six years and fines reaching 15,000 euros ($17,529). The scandal involving Icardi and the leaked videos could be more severe if the individuals involved were romantically linked, given Icardi's former relationship with Wanda Nara and their shared children.
Rumors in the Argentine press have linked Icardi romantically to Natasha Rey, the same influencer behind the leak, but Icardi has denied any further involvement beyond the video in question. The scandal has become a talking point in Türkiye, where Icardi is preparing for the 2025-26 season with Galatasaray, raising questions about the impact on his public image and focus as an athlete.
The case highlights a broader issue facing many public figures in the digital age: the weaponization of private content. Icardi is currently engaged to Argentine actress China Suarez, and the outcome of this legal battle will undoubtedly have significant implications for his personal and professional life.
Celebrities, Icardi included, are finding themselves in the crosshairs of general-news outlets due to the legal disputes surrounding them. Besides the football field, Icardi is under fire for allegations of revenge porn and unauthorized distribution of intimate content involving his ex-wife and another woman, creating a web of crime-and-justice issues that extend beyond sports entertainment.
