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    Footie yob seen with bruised face in mugshot after headbutting Roy Keane during brawl at Emirates

    A SCOWLING yob shows off his bruised face in a mugshot after headbutting Roy Keane during a brawl at the Emirates.Scott Law, 43, knocked the ex-Utd player through a set of doors after violence erupted.Scott Law was seen with bruises on his face after attacking Roy KeaneCredit: PAHe was today convicted of common assaultCredit: Chris EadesThe football fan saw red when Keane celebrated a goal from his former sideKeane allegedly elbowed Law in the aftermathCredit: PAThe drama came after the married dad saw red when Keane, 52, celebrated a goal from his former side against Arsenal.Law tried to worm his way out of the attack by claiming the Sky Sports pundit ambushed him and called him a “fat c***”.He also attempted to shift the blame by making out Keane simply ran into the top of his head.But the Gunners fan was today found guilty of common assault following an explosive trial.Read more on the caseHe was handed a three-year Football Banning Order, told to complete 80 hours of unpaid work and ordered to pay £764 in costs.Law declined to comment outside court but his lawyer confirmed he is planning to appeal against the conviction.District Judge Angus Hamilton dismissed the Arsenal fan’s claims he was acting in self defence as he returned the verdict today.He also said the fan had been “untruthful” in his account and found the assault was “deliberate”.Most read in FootballHighbury Corner Magistrates’ Court heard the mayhem unfolded as Keane and fellow pundit Micah Richards sat in the Sky Sports box.Law was sat in front of the glass studio when he noticed Keane celebrating a Utd goal, which was later chalked off by VAR.Roy Keane’s death stare to Wayne Rooney has fans ‘howling’ after Man Utd legend reveals he sleeps with hairdryer onProsecutor Simon Jones told the court this was a “catalyst” for the “shocking and unlawful” attack.As the pundits made their way through the stadium for their pitch-side analysis, Law delivered a “forceful headbutt” to Keane’s chest – knocking him backwards.Footage later showed the former footballer allegedly throwing an elbow at the supporter’s face in the aftermath of the fight.Richards then did “what any friend would” as he stepped in to restrain Law before the attacker fled the scene.During his evidence, Keane was forced to defend his reputation after being accused of taking “glory” in his “a hard man” image.Defence lawyer Charles Sherrard KC grilled the star for holding the record for the most red cards in English football.He also brought up Keane’s 2001 horror tackle on Alf-Inge Haaland – including how the ex-footballer later revealed he “wanted to hurt him”.Mr Sherrard then suggested Keane had used “gratuitous violence” by smashing Law in the face.But the Republic of Ireland star said: “I was assaulted in the workplace as a pundit and I was trying to stop him getting away.”That was my only intention.”Micah Richards stepped in to help his ‘friend’ RoyCredit: PAHe was seen restraining Law in the aftermath of the ‘headbutt’ incidentCredit: PAKeane claimed he and Richards were heading down for the final match analysis when contact was made with his face that sent him backwards through a set of doors.The pundit continued: “The only way I can describe it is that I was in shock. I didn’t expect it to happen, not when I was in my workplace.”Keane told the court he saw the attacker being restrained by Richards, who was trying to make sure he didn’t “run off”.The footie hardman then started yelling for someone to “call the police” as his fellow pundit loosened his grip on Law.Keane, who suffered bruising on his chest and arms, added: “We missed the final two goals but that was the least of my worries.”His story was backed by Richards – leading Mr Sherrard to brand the pundit a “stooge”.Richards was also forced to deny he was Keane’s “puppy” as he was quizzed on the stand.The ex-Man City star explained how his colleague was “physically massively shaken up” after Law “arched his head back” during the brawl.Richards added: “I felt a bit sorry for Roy. I was shocked and so was Roy, we were in disbelief. I think he handled it quite well.“I intervened, I felt sorry for Roy, he came to work to do his job and he was assaulted.“I did what any friend would do, I stopped him and diffused the situation.”Inside Roy Keane and Micah Richards’ unlikely bromance
    Roy Keane and Micah Richards may have been separated by the Manchester divide as players.
    But they have been thick as thieves since forming an unlikely friendship as pundits.
    The duo initially appeared to be chalk and cheese while appearing on Sky Sports.
    But despite their differing personalities, they have an underlying respect.
    Fun-loving ex-City star Richards, 35, once said of his notoriously grump United pal: “Never did I think we’d have a relationship like that. Working with him is an absolute pleasure.
    “I’m in awe of him.”
    Ahead of Euro 2020, the pair starred in their own show together, with their on-screen chemistry and friendship clear for all to see.
    The five-episode series, titled “Micah and Roy’s Road to Wembley”, followed the pair during that summer’s European Championships.

    The evidence flew in the face of Law’s defence after the fan tried to paint Keane as some kind of animal pacing inside the glass Sky studio.He told the court Keane was “puffing his cheeks out” and banging on the window.Law said he had “never really seen that behaviour from someone who was working in the Sky box”.He added: “Mr Keane picked me out and started telling me to see him outside. He was pointing to doors in the box.”The thug claimed he went inside the stadium to go to the toilet and encountered the ex-footballer, who then “collided into him”.Prosecutor Simon Jones KC asked: “Are you seriously saying that Roy Keane ran into the top of your head?”Law, who cried while being questioned, said: “I put my head down in a defensive manner to protect my face.”But the civil engineer was accused of “dramatically” changing his “ridiculous” defence from a prepared statement he gave police the next day.Law also told how he had been an Arsenal fan “from birth” as he described his season ticket as his most “prized possession”.Speaking after today’s verdict, Kevin Christie, Crown Prosecution Service London North Football Lead Prosecutor, said: “This gratuitous and senseless act of violence was completely unacceptable.READ MORE SUN STORIES“When anyone attends a football match, either to work or to support a team, they should be able to feel safe and secure in that environment.“The Crown Prosecution Service works in close partnership with the police to ensure that all perpetrators of violence at football grounds are brought to justice.”Keane was forced to deny he glorified in his hardman image while giving evidenceCredit: Paul EdwardsMicah Richards meanwhile was accused of being the ex-footballer’s ‘puppy’Credit: PA More

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    Ex-England ace Emile Heskey ordered to pay almost £200,000 costs from legal battle with HMRC

    EX-football ace Emile Heskey has been ordered to pay almost £200,000 costs from his legal battle with the taxman.The former England striker, 46, landed the bill in a dispute with HMRC over unpaid tax of £1.6million.Emile Heskey has been ordered to pay almost £200,000 in costs after a legal battle with the HMRCCredit: GettyHe was being taken to court over 15 penalty notices issued in 2005.Heskey was due to face a High Court trial in 2019 but it did not take place when he admitted liability for the debt.Specialist cost judge Mark Whelan ruled he should pay £194,794.42 in legal fees.He said the sum was “reasonable and proportionate” for the case.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSInterest is not included in the calculation, meaning that the star may end up paying even more.Heskey did not attend the hearing and was not represented.The former striker played for teams including Leicester City, Liverpool, Birmingham City and Aston Villa in his club career.Emile Heskey’s relative Mateo Joseph chooses to represent Spain instead of England More

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    Prankster who paid fans to storm pitch at Champions League is branded ‘real villain’ as first invader appears in court

    A PRANKSTER who paid fans to storm the pitch at the Champions League final was branded the “real villain” as the first invader appeared in court.Russian streamer Andrey Burim was singled out by the judge as he handed a football banning order to Ukrainian Manchester City fan Yevhenii Lubnenko, 29.Russian streamer Andrey Burim was singled out by the judgeCredit: MELLSTROYUkrainian Manchester City fan Yevhenii Lubnenko admitted breaching the Football Offences Act and was banned from matchesCredit: Dan CharityBurim is said to have offered each of the pitch invaders £250,000 for the stunt.Uber driver Lubnenko and two others tried to invade Wembley’s pitch on Saturday wearing T-shirts emblazoned with “Mellstroy” — Burim’s screen name.Lubnenko, who lives in Los Angeles, admitted breaching the Football Offences Act and was banned from attending any matches in England and Wales for three years and fined £264. But District Judge Michael Snow said: “The real villain is the Russian who is offering people money to take part in what you would describe as a prank.Read More on Football“But I can’t punish him as he is not here.”However, Judge Snow admitted that the banning order was “wildly irrelevant” as it would not stop Lubnenko from attending matches in the US. More

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    Three people including schoolboy, 16, charged after fans invaded pitch during Champions League final at Wembley

    THREE people including a 16-year-old schoolboy have been charged with invading the pitch during the Champions League final at Wembley.Yevhenii Lubnenko, 29, David Carneckij, 28, and the teenager are accused of going on to the playing area at a football match contrary to Section 4 of the Football (Offences) Act 1991.Three people were arrested after the chaos at the Champions League Final at WembleyCredit: GettyReal Madrid took home European football’s most prestigious trophy on Saturday nightCredit: RexThe 16-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, will appear at Highbury Corner Youth Court on June 24.Lubnenko, of no fixed address, will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday.Meanwhile, Carneckij, of Walworth Road, south-east London, is due to appear at the same court on July 10.The Metropolitan Police said that inquiries continue into two other people arrested in connection with the same incident.Read More in FootballIn total, police made 56 arrests around the Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid.The Spanish outfit won 2-0 and secured a 15th European Cup despite a strong performance from Dortmund at a cacophonous Wembley.Prior to the showpiece event, stadium bosses announced their commitment to clamp down on “poor fan behaviour” ahead of Saturday’s match.But the off-field chaos came despite a £5million ring of steel defence which was put in place to avoid a repeat of England’s Euro 2020 day of shame.Most read in FootballFive arrests were said to be for pitch invasions while the majority of others were attempts to breach security.More than 2,000 police were out on duty to police the final but the force could still not contain the mayhem.However, a spokesperson for the force said on Saturday that the force was confident the “overwhelming majority” of attempts to unlawfully gain access to the stadium were unsuccessful.The statement added that there was a “robust” policing operation in place to support Wembley stewards and stadium staff.A Wembley spokesperson revealed yesterday that three pitch invaders have all been arrested.A statement said: “It is illegal to enter the field of play at Wembley Stadium, and we strongly condemn the actions of those who interrupted the UEFA Champions League Final shortly after kick-off.”All of the individuals have now been arrested. We will support the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.”It comes just under three years after a security debacle at the Euro 2020 final where 2,000 ticketless fans descended onto the approach to Wembley stadium before kick-off.Since the Euro 2020 final the FA has spent £5million on implementing new safety and security measures, including the creation of a “robust perimeter”.The investment has been used to solidify the stadium’s security infrastructure.This included increasing the strength of all Wembley’s doors with additional magnetic lock systems to ensure there is no repeat of people successfully ripping them off their hinges. Additional fences and gates have been delivered throughout Wembley’s parameters, while the area underneath the iconic Olympic steps has been significantly bolstered since the Euros final.READ MORE SUN STORIESA significant part of the money has been spent on improving CCTV in and around Wembley, while a second security control room big enough to house around 18 officers has been opened.The FA has also invested in providing additional body cameras for event stewards.It was misery for Dortmund who suffered a second Champions League final defeat at Wembley More

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    Fan who ‘headbutted’ Roy Keane tells court ‘angry’ pundit told me to ‘meet him outside’ as he banged on Sky box window

    A FAN accused of headbutting Roy Keane wept in court today as he claimed the “angry” ex-footballer told him to “see me outside”.Scott Law claimed the pundit was “puffing his cheeks out” and banging on the window of the Sky box at the Emirates.Scott Law claimed Roy Keane told him to meet him outsideCredit: PAThe pair were involved in a brawl at the EmiratesCredit: PALaw allegedly headbutted Keane after the ex-Utd player celebrated a goal from his former teamThe 43-year-old, who is accused of knocking Keane through a set of doors, said he had “never really seen that behaviour from someone who was working in the Sky box”.Law added: “Mr Keane picked me out and started telling me to see him outside. He was pointing to doors in the box.”The dad was watching Arsenal take on Utd when Keane, 52, celebrated a goal from his former club.He claimed he went inside the stadium to go to the toilet and encountered the ex-footballer, who “collided into him”.Read more news Prosecutor Simon Jones KC asked: “Are you seriously saying that Roy Keane ran into the top of your head?”Law, who cried while being questioned, said: “I put my head down in a defensive manner to protect my face.”He also told Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court he suffered injuries to his face from “Mr Keane’s elbow”.Footage released yesterday apparently shows Keane elbowing Law in the aftermath of the alleged headbutt incident.Most read in FootballThe Arsenal fan was accused of “dramatically” changing his “ridiculous” defence from a prepared statement he gave police the next day.Law had claimed he moved his head forward “in a pre-emptive strike” to defend himself from a “violent approach” by Keane. ‘I’m happy to be proved wrong,’ says Roy Keane as Man Utd legend eats his words about current star after FA Cup triumphWhen quizzed about the change in story, the civil engineer claimed he had “no sleep”, adding: “It was the worst night of my life.”Law’s evidence comes after Micah Richards earlier took the stand after he stepped in to restrain the football fan.The Sky Sports pundit was forced to deny he was Keane’s “puppy” as he told the court he “did what any friend would”.Richards added: “I grappled with him. I said what did you do that for? He was saying f***ing this, f***ing that.“I grabbed him and moved him down the corridor.“I had him, I couldn’t hold him for long enough so he run off. I was trying to restrain him until security arrived.“He said ‘I’m sorry, I’m sorry’.”Micah Richards stepped in to help his ‘friend’ RoyCredit: PAHe was seen restraining Law in the aftermath of the ‘headbutt’ incidentCredit: PARichards gave evidence at the trial todayCredit: Andrew StyczynskiRichards said Keane was “physically massively shaken up” after Law “arched his head back” during the brawl.The ex-England ace added: “I felt a bit sorry for Roy. I was shocked and so was Roy, we were in disbelief. I think he handled it quite well.“I intervened, I felt sorry for Roy, he came to work to do his job and he was assaulted.“I did what any friend would do, I stopped him and diffused the situation.”But defence lawyer Charles Sherrard KC branded Richards “Roy Keane’s stooge” and said he believes there was never a headbutt.Richards then told the court his colleague was just “trying to defend himself” after footage apparently showed Keane elbowing Law in the aftermath.Mr Sherrard said: “I’m going to suggest this is where you are Mr Keane’s puppy. It’s an uppercut elbow to the nose.”But Richards said he didn’t agree, and also denied a footballer would get sent off for displaying similar tactics.Inside Roy Keane and Micah Richards’ unlikely bromance
    Roy Keane and Micah Richards may have been separated by the Manchester divide as players.
    But they have been thick as thieves since forming an unlikely friendship as pundits.
    The duo initially appeared to be chalk and cheese while appearing on Sky Sports.
    But despite their differing personalities, they have an underlying respect.
    Fun-loving ex-City star Richards, 35, once said of his notoriously grump United pal: “Never did I think we’d have a relationship like that. Working with him is an absolute pleasure.
    “I’m in awe of him.”
    Ahead of Euro 2020, the pair starred in their own show together, with their on-screen chemistry and friendship clear for all to see.
    The five-episode series, titled “Micah and Roy’s Road to Wembley”, followed the pair during that summer’s European Championships.

    Keane was previously accused of taking “glory” in his reputation as “a hard man” as he was grilled over infamous tackles during his career.Mr Sherrard also referenced Keane holding the record for the most red cards in English football.He then suggested Keane had used “gratuitous violence” by smashing Law in the face.The lawyer said: “How are you stopping somebody getting away with an elbow to the face – with your bent arm?“That was your way of retaliating. You were the only person who delivered any unlawful violence. There was no need for that was there?”That injury to Mr Law’s nose was caused by you, in that way, in that moment.”But taking the stand, Keane denied all the allegations, with the court told he was actually carrying a bag in each hand at the time.He said: “I was assaulted in the workplace as a pundit and I was trying to stop him getting away.”That was my only intention.”The court heard the ex-footballers had been commenting on the game from a glass studio before the attack on September 3.Law was sat in front of the room when he noticed Keane celebrating a Utd goal, which was later chalked off by VAR.Prosecutor Simon Jones told the court this was a “catalyst” for the “shocking and unlawful” attack.Law allegedly made his way to an area where he delivered a “forceful headbutt” to Keane’s chest – knocking him backwards.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe married dad fled the scene following the brawl but was arrested the following day, it was said.Law denies a charge of common assault. The trial continues.Keane previously denied he took glory in his ‘hardman’ imageLaw claims he was acting in self-defenceCredit: PA More

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    Micah Richards denies being Roy Keane’s ‘puppy’ after defending his ‘friend’ when he was ‘headbutted by fan’

    MICAH Richards today denied he was Roy Keane’s “puppy” after defending his “friend” when he was allegedly headbutted by a fan.Scott Law, 43, is accused of knocking the ex-Utd player through a set of doors after violence erupted at the Emirates.Roy Keane was allegedly seen elbowing a football fan who ‘headbutted’ himMicah Richards was then seen restraining Scott LawThe brawl erupted at the Emirates as Arsenal played Man UtdMicah Richards gave evidence at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court todayCredit: Andrew StyczynskiScott Law denies the charges against himCredit: PAKeane, 52, was celebrating a goal from his former side against Arsenal when he was attacked, Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court heard.But Law claims he was just rushing to the toilet when the Sky Sports pundit ambushed him and called him a “fat c***”.He also claims “aggressive” Keane gestured to “meet him outside” during the September 3 melee.Richards was seen in CCTV footage stepping in to restrain Law before the alleged attacker fled the scene.Read more newsThe Sky Sports pundit today denied he was Keane’s “puppy” as he told the court he “did what any friend would”.Richards added: “I grappled with him. I said what did you do that for? He was saying f***ing this, f***ing that.“I grabbed him and moved him down the corridor.“I had him, I couldn’t hold him for long enough so he run off. I was trying to restrain him until security arrived.Most read in Football“He said ‘I’m sorry, I’m sorry’.”‘Why did you have to say that?’ says Micah Richards as Wayne Rooney destroys him with hilarious quip live on BBCRichards said Keane was “physically massively shaken up” after Law “arched his head back” during the brawl.The ex-England ace added: “I felt a bit sorry for Roy. I was shocked and so was Roy, we were in disbelief. I think he handled it quite well.“I intervened, I felt sorry for Roy, he came to work to do his job and he was assaulted.“I did what any friend would do, I stopped him and diffused the situation.”But defence lawyer Charles Sherrard KC branded Richards “Roy Keane’s stooge” and said he believes there was never a headbutt.Richards then told the court his colleague was just “trying to defend himself” after footage apparently showed Keane elbowing Law in the aftermath.Mr Sherrard said: “I’m going to suggest this is where you are Mr Keane’s puppy. It’s an uppercut elbow to the nose.”But Richards said he didn’t agree, and also denied a footballer would get sent off for displaying similar tactics.The former Man City star also accused Mr Sherrard of trying to “mince my words” after branding him a “liar on the stand”.He added: “I know what I saw. You can dress it up however you want to.”The elbow came in the aftermath of the alleged headbutt incidentKeane has been accused of using ‘gratuitous violence’He yelled for someone to call the police as Richards stepped in to helpIn his own evidence today, Law claimed Keane was “puffing his cheeks out” and banging on the window of the Sky box at the Emirates before the mayhem.He said he had “never really seen that behaviour from someone who was working in the Sky box”.Law added: “Mr Keane picked me out and started telling me to see him outside. He was pointing to doors in the box.”The dad was watching Arsenal take on Utd when Keane, 52, celebrated a goal from his former club.He claimed he went inside the stadium to go to the toilet and encountered the ex-footballer, who “collided into him”.Prosecutor Simon Jones KC asked: “Are you seriously saying that Roy Keane ran into the top of your head?”Law, who cried while being questioned, said: “I put my head down in a defensive manner to protect my face.”Inside Roy Keane and Micah Richards’ unlikely bromance
    Roy Keane and Micah Richards may have been separated by the Manchester divide as players.
    But they have been thick as thieves since forming an unlikely friendship as pundits.
    The duo initially appeared to be chalk and cheese while appearing on Sky Sports.
    But despite their differing personalities, they have an underlying respect.
    Fun-loving ex-City star Richards, 35, once said of his notoriously grump United pal: “Never did I think we’d have a relationship like that. Working with him is an absolute pleasure.
    “I’m in awe of him.”
    Ahead of Euro 2020, the pair starred in their own show together, with their on-screen chemistry and friendship clear for all to see.
    The five-episode series, titled “Micah and Roy’s Road to Wembley”, followed the pair during that summer’s European Championships.

    Keane was previously accused of taking “glory” in his reputation as “a hard man” as he was grilled over infamous tackles during his career.Mr Sherrard also referenced Keane holding the record for the most red cards in English football.He then suggested Keane had used “gratuitous violence” by smashing Law in the face.The lawyer said: “How are you stopping somebody getting away with an elbow to the face – with your bent arm?“That was your way of retaliating. You were the only person who delivered any unlawful violence. There was no need for that was there?”That injury to Mr Law’s nose was caused by you, in that way, in that moment.”But taking the stand, Keane denied all the allegations, with the court told he was actually carrying a bag in each hand at the time.He said: “I was assaulted in the workplace as a pundit and I was trying to stop him getting away.”That was my only intention.”Keane claimed he and Richards were heading down for the final match analysis when contact was made with his face that sent him backwards through a set of doors.The pundit continued: “The only way I can describe it is that I was in shock. I didn’t expect it to happen, not when I was in my workplace.”Keane told the court he saw the attacker being restrained by Richards, who was trying to make sure he didn’t “run off”.The footie hardman then started yelling for someone to “call the police” as his fellow pundit loosened his grip on Law, who fled.Keane, who suffered bruising on his chest and arms, added: “We missed the final two goals but that was the least of my worries.”The court heard the ex-footballers had been commenting on the game from a glass studio before the attack on September 3.Law was sat in front of the room when he noticed Keane celebrating a Utd goal, which was later chalked off by VAR.Prosecutor Simon Jones told the court this was a “catalyst” for the “shocking and unlawful” attack.”Hyped-up” Law then made his way to an area where he delivered a “forceful headbutt” to Keane’s chest – knocking him backwards.The married dad fled the scene following the brawl but was arrested the following day, it was said.He told officers in a prepared statement how Keane had “approached him in an aggressive manner” – causing him to throw his head back in self-defence.Law said: “Throughout the match there was what I would regard as banter between me and Mr Keane.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The banter turned more aggressive with Mr Keane gesturing towards me to meet him outside.”Law denies a charge of common assault. The trial continues.Micah denied he was Roy Keane’s ‘stooge’Credit: Rights reservedKeane appeared in court to give evidence previouslyCredit: PA More

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    Moment Roy Keane ‘elbows’ football fan who ‘headbutted him’ during brawl before Micah Richards restrains supporter

    THIS is the moment Roy Keane allegedly elbowed a football fan after he was “headbutted” during a brawl.Scott Law, 43, is accused of knocking the ex-Utd player through a set of doors after violence erupted at the Emirates.Footage allegedly shows Roy Keane elbowing a fan after he was ‘headbutted’Credit: Standard Micah Richards then steps in to restrain Scott Law, who later fledCredit: Standard The brawl erupted at the Emirates as Arsenal played Man UtdKeane, 52, was celebrating a goal from his former side against Arsenal when he was attacked, Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court heard.But Law claims he was just rushing to the toilet when the Sky Sports pundit ambushed him and called him a “fat c***”.He also claims “aggressive” Keane gestured to “meet him outside” during the melee.Footage now shows the former footballer allegedly throwing an elbow at the supporter’s face in the aftermath of the fight.Keane’s fellow Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards then steps in to restrain Law before the alleged attacker fled the scene.Richards was heard saying: “Are you crazy? Are you f***ing mad? Say sorry.”The pundit said later: “Someone needs to arrest him, he’s just assaulted Roy Keane, don’t let him go.”JPs heard today Keane did not assault Law with an elbow to the face during the chaos.Most read in FootballDC Phillip Dickinson, from the Met’s Public Order Unit, said: “I don’t believe it was an intentional elbow to the face looking at the footage.”There may have been contact but it does not look like a deliberate elbow to the face in my opinion.” ‘I’m happy to be proved wrong,’ says Roy Keane as Man Utd legend eats his words about current star after FA Cup triumphBut defence lawyer Charles Sherrard KC branded the claims “absolute nonsense”.It came after the lawyer yesterday accused Keane of taking “glory” in his reputation as “a hard man” as he was grilled over infamous tackles during his career.He also referenced Keane holding the record for the most red cards in English football.Mr Sherrard brought up the 2001 horror tackle on Alf-Inge Haaland – telling to the court how the ex-footballer later revealed he “wanted to hurt him”.He then suggested Keane had used “gratuitous violence” by smashing Law in the face.The lawyer said: “How are you stopping somebody getting away with an elbow to the face – with your bent arm?“That was your way of retaliating. You were the only person who delivered any unlawful violence. There was no need for that was there?”That injury to Mr Law’s nose was caused by you, in that way, in that moment.”The elbow came in the aftermath of the alleged headbutt incidentCredit: Standard Keane has been accused of using ‘gratuitous violence’Credit: StandardHe yelled for someone to call the police as Richards stepped in to helpCredit: StandardBut taking the stand, Keane denied all the allegations, with the court told he was actually carrying a bag in each hand at the time.He said: “I was assaulted in the workplace as a pundit and I was trying to stop him getting away. “That was my only intention.”Keane claimed he and Richards were heading down for the final match analysis when contact was made with his face that sent him backwards through a set of doors.The pundit continued: “The only way I can describe it is that I was in shock. I didn’t expect it to happen, not when I was in my workplace.”Keane told the court he saw the attacker being restrained by Richards, who was trying to make sure he didn’t “run off”.The footie hardman then started yelling for someone to “call the police” as his fellow pundit loosened his grip on Law, who fled.Keane, who suffered bruising on his chest and arms, added: “We missed the final two goals but that was the least of my worries.”The court heard the ex-footballers had been commenting on the game from a glass studio before the attack on September 3.Law was sat in front of the room when he noticed Keane celebrating a Utd goal, which was later chalked off by VAR.Inside Roy Keane and Micah Richards’ unlikely bromance
    Roy Keane and Micah Richards may have been separated by the Manchester divide as players.
    But they have been thick as thieves since forming an unlikely friendship as pundits.
    The duo initially appeared to be chalk and cheese while appearing on Sky Sports.
    But despite their differing personalities, they have an underlying respect.
    Fun-loving ex-City star Richards, 35, once said of his notoriously grump United pal: “Never did I think we’d have a relationship like that. Working with him is an absolute pleasure.
    “I’m in awe of him.”
    Ahead of Euro 2020, the pair starred in their own show together, with their on-screen chemistry and friendship clear for all to see.
    The five-episode series, titled “Micah and Roy’s Road to Wembley”, followed the pair during that summer’s European Championships.

    Prosecutor Simon Jones told the court this was a “catalyst” for the “shocking and unlawful” attack.”Hyped-up” Law then made his way to an area where he delivered a “forceful headbutt” to Keane’s chest – knocking him backwards.The married dad fled the scene following the brawl but was arrested the following day, it was said.He told officers in a prepared statement how Keane had “approached him in an aggressive manner” – causing him to throw his head back in self-defence.Law said: “Throughout the match there was what I would regard as banter between me and Mr Keane.”The banter turned more aggressive with Mr Keane gesturing towards me to meet him outside.”Law told police he was an “avid football fan” and had seen Keane act violently before on the football pitch, adding that he was “scared” at the time of the incident.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe claimed during a “natural break in the game” he went to use the toilet and was approached by Keane in a “very aggressive manner”, adding: “His face looked angry.”Law denies a charge of common assault. The trial continues.Keane, pictured at court yesterday, denied glorifying in his hard man imageCredit: PAScott Law claims he acted in self-defenceCredit: Andrew Styczynski More

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    Roy Keane left ‘in shock’ after fan ‘headbutted him’ during Arsenal game – as he tells court: ‘I missed final two goals’

    ROY Keane today told a court he was left “in shock” after allegedly being headbutted by football fan during a match.Scott Law, 43, is accused of lashing out at Keane when he cheered a goal from his former club against Arsenal at the Emirates.Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wall with Keane nearbyScott Law has denied common assaultCredit: Paul EdwardsRoy Keane pictured leaving court today where he gave evidence at the trialCredit: Paul EdwardsThe United legend has taken the stand at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court today to give evidence.He said he and fellow Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards were heading down for the final match analysis when he was attacked.Keane, 52, added: “There was lots of noise and shouting as you would expect at a football match. “I was just walking and before I knew it, I was hit. I was absolutely not expecting it.”Read more newsKeane said there was “large contact” with the side of his face and chest that knocked him backwards through a set of doors.The pundit continued: “The only way I can describe it is that I was in shock. I didn’t expect it to happen, not when I was in my workplace.”Keane told the court he saw the attacker being restrained by Richards, who was trying to make sure he didn’t “run off”.The footie hardman then started yelling for someone to “call the police” as his fellow pundit loosened his grip on Law, who fled.Most read in FootballHe and Richards then headed pitch-side to give their final match analysis.Keane, who suffered bruising on his chest and arms, added: “We missed the final two goals but that was the least of my worries.” ‘I’m happy to be proved wrong,’ says Roy Keane as Man Utd legend eats his words about current star after FA Cup triumphThe court heard the ex-footballers had been commenting on the game from a glass studio before the attack on September 3.Law was sat in front of the room when he noticed Keane celebrating a Utd goal, which was later chalked off by VAR.Prosecutor Simon Jones told the court this was a “catalyst” for the “shocking and unlawful” attack.He added: “The prosecution case is that from the moment the VAR disallows that Manchester United goal, the defendant, we say, appears to make an obscene gesture towards those in the Sky Sports studio which of course included Roy Keane.”This “aggressive” gesture from the “hyped-up defendant” showed he was “intent on violence from the outset”, the court heard.Law then made his way to an area where he delivered a “forceful headbutt” to Keane’s chest – knocking him backwards.The married dad fled the scene following the brawl but was arrested the following day, it was said.He told officers in a prepared statement how Keane had “approached him in an aggressive manner” – causing him to throw his head back in self-defence.Mr Jones said: “There was simply no justification for the defendant’s violence. We say he was clearly the aggressor. READ MORE SUN STORIES”His claims of needing to get a pre-emptive strike in lack credibility.”Law denies a charge of common assault. The trial continues.The footie hardman was left with bruisingCredit: PAHe had been commenting on the Arsenal v Utd matchCredit: GettyKeane later gave his thoughts on the match More