Zain Alameddine runs out for Bulldogs despite brother sidelined by Eels over concerns of gangland violence
Rugby league player Zain Alameddine continues to play for the Bulldogs despite his brother being sidelined by the Parramatta Eels due to safety concerns linked to their family's involvement in organized crime. The club is working with the NRL Integrity Unit to ensure his safety.
Why it matters
The situation highlights the intersection of professional sports, personal safety, and the influence of gangland violence on athletes' careers.
Zain Alameddine was able to play last night while his brother remains sidelined by the Eels. ( Supplied )
The Bulldogs allow one of their development players to continue his football dream despite his brother being benched by the Parramatta Eels over concerns about gangland violence.
Zain Alameddine ran out this weekend for the Bulldogs just days after reports his brother, Mohamed, had been sidelined by the Eels over safety concerns.
It comes after an assassination plot targeting a relative at a suburban rugby league game earlier this year was foiled.
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