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      Joey Barton to face trial accused of leaving wife with golf ball sized lump on her head 2 days before their anniversary

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      JOEY Barton will face trial accused of leaving his wife with a golf ball sized lump on her head two days before their anniversary.The former footballer allegedly attacked Georgia Barton at their home in Kew, South West London.Joey Barton will face trial accused of attacking wife GeorgiaCredit: Doug Seeburg/News Group Newspapers LtdBarton, 41, was due to face trial in 2022 after pleading not guilty to assault by beating but this was halted when Georgia retracted her claims.However, the trial is now set to go ahead following a ruling at the High Court today.Dame Victoria Sharp said the previous judge’s decision to drop the case “was wrong in principle”.Barton is accused of grabbing Georgia by the throat and kicking her in the head during a row in June 2021.Read more newsShe was said to have been left with a golf ball-sized bruise on her forehead and a bleeding nose.Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court heard in March 2022 that Georgia wrote a letter to prosecutors that was in “stark contrast” to her first account.She claimed they were having dinner with pals and had sunk up to five bottles of wine each.Georgia then suggested she was injured accidentally when friends intervened in an argument between the pair.Most read in FootballA judge ordered proceedings be paused over concerns a trial would be unfair to Barton.This was because prosecutors said they did not plan to ask Georgia to give evidence in court as they feared she may give an untruthful account of events.Inside Joey Barton’s fiancee’s Georgia McNeil’s MUCH more civilised beach hen do (although there were some raucous moments)Barton’s lawyers argued this would leave him at a disadvantage as it meant she could not be questioned over inconsistencies in her evidence.But Dame Victoria said today: “In the circumstances of this case, it would have been proper for the defence to have called Mrs Barton, and for the prosecution to have cross-examined her.”She continued: “No prejudice could conceivably have been caused to Mr Barton if Mrs Barton had been called by the defence, or by the court for that matter.”Barton married his childhood sweetheart in a lavish ceremony in 2019 at a country house in Oxfordshire.The couple have two children together – a son born in 2011 and a daughter born in 2014.Barton started his football career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system and went on to make 150 appearances for the club.He then moved to Newcastle United in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007 before leaving for Queens Park Rangers in August 2011.The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season before making his way to Burnley for one season – helping promote them to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESBarton made one appearance for England in 2007 – despite criticising some of his fellow players.The footballer later attempted a management career with stints at Fleetwood Town and Bristol Rovers.Barton has denied assault by beatingCredit: Getty – ContributorHe married childhood sweetheart Georgia in 2019Credit: Instagram / Georgia Mcneil More

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      German police chief tells England fans ‘don’t be d**ks’ as he pleads with them not to sing ‘ten bombers’ chant at Euros

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      A GERMAN police boss has pleaded with rowdy England football fans not to sing a controversial World War 2 chant at the Euros.Police chief Peter Both sent out a simple message to boozy Brits that may be tempted to sing the “Ten German Bombers” song during the tournament telling them: “Don’t be d**ks.” England football fans have been asked not to sing a controversial World War 2 chant at the Euros this summerCredit: GettyThe call from the police chief comes as fears over rowdy England fans increase as the tournament draws closerCredit: AFP or licensorsThe chant was heard in England’s warm up match against Bosnia on MondayCredit: Getty For years, passionate footy fans have blurted out the damming lyrics with the latest offensive chants being heard ringing around St James’ Park on Monday when England took on Bosnia.The cop, who heads the local Gelsenkirchen police force, warned the excitable Three Lions not to be “d**ks” ahead of the first match against Serbia on June 16.However, the chant which references German WW2 aircraft being “shot down” by the British Royal Air Force, can’t actually be stopped by cops.Both confessed that his team would be helpless in prosecuting any football fans for their song choice regardless of the intent.read more in Euros 2024But with the tournament taking place in Germany in less than two weeks time the possibility of German fans also attending matches or being in bars and pubs is high.Leaving Both and his team wary of any potential fighting that could erupt if it begins to be chanted.The chief’s comments came after Monday’s match as he referenced a recent Football Supporters’ Association campaign discouraging England fans from using the lyrics.He told The Telegraph: “I would say to them, don’t be a d**k. Most read in Euro 2024″If they sing a song like this, I can’t change it. It’s not punishable in Germany. I hope that all the other peaceful and law-abiding fans say to them ‘stop it.’“I know, and all people in Germany know, there is a long-lasting sporting rivalry between England and Germany. But it’s important for me to say it’s only a sporting one.”England fans paying the price
      By Nick Parker and Rob Pattinson
      The Sun revealed in May that UK police and the Foreign Office have been briefed that singing culprits will be marched straight to ATMs in Germany and ordered to pay fines if caught singing offensive chants.
      Fines are expected to be up to a month’s wages — with supporters instructed to declare their income.
      German sources confirmed the cash crackdown will be launched to deter boorish behaviour among the 300,000 fans expected during the tournament.
      A police source said: “The Germans have made it clear they will step in to stop threatening or anti-social behaviour. This includes offensive songs about World War Two.”
      Authorities warned war-related chants may inflame tensions in cities like Frankfurt and Cologne, which were blitzed by the RAF and where England are to play.

      THE PROBLEMATIC SONGLoosely based on the nursery rhyme “Ten Green Bottles”, the corrupted tune references “German bombers” and the RAF during the war-fuelled fighting during WW2.The song counts down from 10 German bombers all the way to zero with each line referencing the RAF shooting them down.It’s sung in the tune of another children’s song: “She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain”.The song has been blasted many times for being discriminatory and it’s not the first time higher-ups have challenged it.The England Supporters Travel Club warned fans in 2017 that singing the song could risk them facing bans from future games.Both also revealed that the English Football Association (FA) asked for a ban on alcohol sales in the immediate vicinity of the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen ahead of the nation’s Euro opener.The match against Serbia has been labelled as the most “high-risk” game of the tournament due to the rowdiness of travelling England fans and the typical brutality of Serbian supporters. Serbian ultras are known for creating unhinged carnage when they descend on the footballing world if they feel antagonised. Any ban was seen as unlawful and rejected however special measures have been put in place.Alcohol consumption would be policed during the game with a two-drink limit being placed on individual orders and a ban from drinking in seats.READ MORE SUN STORIESLow-alcohol beer will also be the only available drink sold inside the stadium.These measures don’t apply to the other two group games in Gelsenkirchen later on in the competition. More

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

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      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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      Cops link tear gas mugging of Spurs star Bissouma with attack on tennis ace Sebastian Korda after chilling clues emerge

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      FRENCH police are linking the robbery of Spurs player Yves Bissouma with a near-identical attack on American tennis ace Sebastian Korda.Both stars had their £260,000 Richard Mille luxury watches snatched from their wrists by two men who disguised themselves with masks and motorbike helmets.Yves Bissouma of Tottenham Hotspur had his £260,000 watch stolen from himCredit: RexAmerican tennis ace Sebastian Korda also had his luxury Richard Mille watch snatched from his wristCredit: ReutersRobbers allegedly sprayed tear gas in Yves Bissouma’s face before taking his watchCredit: instagramThe Richard Mille RM 11-03 watch can be purchased online for £260,000It is feared that Bissouma, 27, and Korda, 23, were both tailed by an “expert gang” who worked out their movements before pouncing.An investigating source on the French Riviera said: “There are major similarities between the two attacks, which suggests they are linked.”Extreme violence was used in both cases, and the two men had their escapes perfectly planned in stolen cars.”Gangs are frequently after a specific type of luxury watch, and in this case very distinctive Richard Mille ones were the target.”More on Yves Bissouma theftBissouma lost his prestige timepiece early on Sunday morning after being tear-gassed outside the five-star Majestic Barriere hotel in the seaside resort of Cannes.His girlfriend also had three diamond rings ripped off her fingers by the two men, who originally asked the couple if they could pose for selfies alongside them.Korda, meanwhile, had his Richard Mille taken in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, close to Monaco two months ago.He was taking part in the Monte-Carlo Masters tennis tournament, which is sponsored by Swiss luxury watch company, Rolex. Most read in FootballHe was “thrown to the ground, before one man held him down, and the other snatched the watch,” a local police spokesman said.Both robberies are being investigated by prosecutors supported by judicial police, but nobody has yet been caught in either case.Yves Bissouma performs unbelievable tricks in Brighton training The second hand market for luxury watches is huge, with brands such as Richard Mille often selling for far more than their list price.This is because there is frequently a waiting list for new ones, and buyers do not want to wait.Watches are also very easy to smuggle around the world, meaning a watch that is stolen in the south of France can easily be dispatched to countries such as Russia or China.Gangs are known to study videos and pictures of celebrities wearing such watches before planning ruthless attacks.Bissouma, the Spurs midfielder, returned to England soon after Sunday’s attack, while Korda, currently ranked 27th best tennis player in the world, is also back in his home country of America.Footballers targetedLUXURY watch-owning Premier League stars have long been the target of home raids, with street gangs eyeing off expensive timepieces to buy drugs and pay off debts.
      Spurs star Yves Bissouma is pictured wearing a luxury watchCredit: instagramBissouma was attacked as he arrived at a luxury hotel in Cannes at the weekendCredit: instagramThe Tottenham star was outside Majestic Barriere hotel when he was muggedCredit: GettyTennis ace Sebastian Korda is pictured with his girlfriend Ivana NedvedCredit: Instagram/ivananedvedKorda had his Richard Mille taken in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, close to MonacoCredit: Alamy More

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      ‘Gang posed as FANS wanting a selfie to lure Spurs star Yves Bissouma’ before stealing £260k watch in tear gas mugging

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      TOTTENHAM star Yves Bissouma was lured by a gang posing as fans wanting a selfie before he was tear gassed and mugged, police have revealed.The Spurs midfielder, 27, was robbed of his £260,000 Richard Mille luxury watch as he arrived at a French hotel with his girlfriend in the early hours of Sunday morning.Spurs midfielder Yves Bissouma had his £26,000 Richard Mille watch stolen after being tear gassed and mugged by masked men posing as fansCredit: RexThe Mali international seen seen wearing one of the luxury watchesCredit: instagramBissouma is known to show off his impressive clothing and jewellery collectionCredit: InstagramThe Premier League midfielder pictured standing in front of his car wearing another of his luxury watchesCredit: InstagramTwo masked men also ripped three diamond rings off his unidentified partner fingers as they tried to check into the five-star Majestic Barriere hotel in Cannes at around 4am.Officers in the French Riviera resort described how the pair were confronted by the criminals, with Bissouma telling police he tried to take refuge inside the five-star property – but its doors were locked.”They were clearly part of a very well organised gang,” a local judicial police source said.”Both were waiting outside the hotel, and struck when the couple were dropped off by a chauffer-driven limousine at about 4am.Read more in Football”At first the men acted as is they want to pose for photographs with the star, but then it became clear they were wearing masks.”The couple tried to get into the hotel, but were confronted with a locked door, and then gas was sprayed in their faces.”A Richard Mille watch was taken, along with three diamond rings, before the men escaped in a Renault Megane.”Bissouma and his girlfriend were so shocked and dismayed by the attack that they returned to London within a few hours. Most read in FootballThey had been due to spend several days’ holiday at the French resort.A spokesperson for Tottenham told The Sun: “We are aware of the incident that took place and we will continue to check on the welfare of Yves and his family.”Newcastle’s £100m striker Alexander Isak’s mansion hit by gang of robbers in latest raid on Prem aces’ homesProsecutors in Cannes have opened a criminal enquiry into the robbery, while police and gendarmes try to find those responsible.They are hoping that some of the attack may have been captured on CCTV, along with the car’s number plate. The source said such attacks were increasingly common across France, and especially in upmarket towns such as Cannes in recent years, with over 30 incidents reported since January 2023.Two watches worth around £200,000 each were stolen during the annual Film Festival last month, which attracts celebrities from all over the world, and especially Hollywood. Brands such as Richard Mille, Patek Philippe and Rolex are targeted because they can easily be sold off for more than cost price on the secondary watch market.Bissouma was born in French-speaking Ivory Coast, but now represents Mali as an international. The shocking incident comes as a second major blow to the midfielder this year, having contracted malaria while on international duty in January during the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. READ MORE SUN STORIESBissouma spent four seasons with Brighton & Hove Albion, scoring six goals in 124 games, before Spurs paid £30million for him in 2022.The defensive midfielder also spent two seasons with French club Lille before moving to the UK.Recent footballers targeted by thieves
      By Tom Malley
      Alexander Isak – April 2024
      Newcastle forward Alexander Isak is one of the most recent footballers to be targeted by thieves after his luxury home was raided in April.
      Professional robbers struck the Swede’s luxury home just 48 hours before he played in the Toon’s 1-0 win at Fulham on April 5.
      It was not known whether Isak, 24, or any family were at home at the time but cops confirmed a car was stolen and later found abandoned three miles away from the property.
      Kevin Volland – February 2024
      Germany and Union Berlin striker Volland had his £150,000 watch stolen by a street performer whilst on a night out in Berlin in February.
      Volland had been celebrating Union Berlin’s 1-0 win over Hoffenheim alongside team-mate Jerome Roussillon when his watch was nabbed while he was distracted.
      Roussillon subsequently ran after the perpetrator and caught him before retrieving the watch.
      Joelinton – January 2024
      Like his Newcastle team-mate Isak, midfielder Joelinton was also the subject of a sickening home break-in when three burglars entered his mansion.
      The injured Brazilian had been watching his team take on Man City from the sidelines when he got an alert that thugs had entered his house.
      While at St James’ Park he immediately contacted the police who raced to the address in Northumberland, only to find the attackers had already fled.
      Jack Grealish – December 2023
      In December, Man City star Jack Grealish’s £5.6million Cheshire pad was raided by thieves while he was playing.
      His loved ones, including partner Sasha Attwood, were forced to take cover as cops rushed to the £5.6million home to avoid a potential hostage situation.
      The robbers made off with £1million worth of jewellery and watches, while Grealish’s family were left “really shaken” in the horror.

      Bissouma and his girlfriend were robbed outside the 5-star Majestic Barriere hotel in Cannes at around 4am on SundayCredit: GettyBissouma has since returned to England following Sunday’s attackCredit: RexThe former Brighton ace has already suffered one major setback this year when he caught malaria representing Mali at AFCON in the Ivory Coast in JanuaryCredit: Getty More

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      Spurs star Yves Bissouma sprayed with tear gas outside 5* French hotel before muggers make off with £260,000 watch

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      TOTTENHAM star Yves Bissouma has had his £260,000 watch stolen after brazen muggers sprayed tear gas in his face outside a five star hotel in France.The £30million midfielder and his wife were attacked as they arrived at a luxury hotel in Cannes at the weekend.Spurs midfielder Yves Bissouma was the subject of a vicious attack in France on SundayCredit: RexThe incident happened outside the 5-star Majestic Barriere hotel in Cannes at around 4amCredit: GettyThe Premier League midfielder previously wearing one of his luxury watchesCredit: InstagramBissouma is known to show off his impressive clothing and jewellery collectionCredit: InstagramTwo hooded men reportedly pounced on Bissouma, 27, as he got out of his car outside the Majestic Barriere hotel at around 4am on Sunday.The former Brighton star told police he tried to take refuge inside the five-star property, but its doors were locked.The robbers then allegedly sprayed tear gas in his face before ripping a £260,000 watch from his wrist.They made off in a car, leaving the player and his WAG shocked and dismayed.Read more in FootballFrench national police have opened an inquiry.The incident took place on the Promenade de la Croisette, up-market Cannes’ swankiest street.Bissouma and his partner returned to England later on Sunday.They had been due to spend several days’ holiday at the French resort.Most read in FootballA spokesperson for Tottenham told The Sun: “We are aware of the incident that took place and we will continue to check on the welfare of Yves and his family.”Joelinton’s mansion targeted by thieves as Newcastle winger calls cops after getting alert burglars were lurking in homeThe shocking incident is the second blow this year for the Mali international, who contracted malaria while on international duty in January.He caught the potentially fatal infection at the Africa Cup of Nations in the Ivory Coast, ironically the country of his birth.Bissouma spent four seasons with Brighton, scoring six goals in 124 games, before Spurs paid £30m for him in 2022.He has since made 56 appearances for the north Londoners.The midfielder spent two seasons with French club Lille before landing his move to Brighton.Watch thefts have plagued Cannes in recent years, with over 30 incidents reported since January 2023.Bissouma is just the latest footballer to be targeted by robbers following a spate of terrifying raids on star’s homes across England.Newcastle players Alexander Isak and Joelinton, England stars Jack Grealish and Raheem Sterling, and West Ham defender Kurt Zouma have all been victims of theft in the past 12 months.In 2023, there were five burglaries alone on the homes of footballers.Bissouma has since returned to England following Sunday’s attackCredit: RexThe midfielder has made 56 appearances for Spurs since joining for £30m from Brighton in 2022Credit: RexBissouma has already suffered one major setback this year when he caught malaria representing Mali at AFCON in the Ivory Coast in JanuaryCredit: GettyThis prompted the former boss of a national intelligence unit focused on series organised crime to issue a chilling warning.Supt Carl Williams suggested the gangs are scouring social media feeds to learn players’ timetables.He added: “In today’s world where many wealthy individuals are active on social media their significant public profile can help make them targets.“Their high-value possessions are often on display as well as information about their plans.”But the true reason behind the spate of high-end robberies could be even more sinister.It is feared the thieves, many of whom reside in Albania, are flying into the UK specifically to burgle Prem stars.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey will then flee the country – often wearing the stolen goods while going through airport security.Many of the stars have been targeted by “away day” looters who will strike when teams travel for their games.Recent footballers targeted by thieves
      By Tom Malley
      Alexander Isak – April 2024
      Newcastle forward Alexander Isak is one of the most recent footballers to be targeted by thieves after his luxury home was raided in April.
      Professional robbers struck the Swede’s luxury home just 48 hours before he played in the Toon’s 1-0 win at Fulham on April 5.
      It was not known whether Isak, 24, or any family were at home at the time but cops confirmed a car was stolen and later found abandoned three miles away from the property.
      Kevin Volland – February 2024
      Germany and Union Berlin striker Volland had his £150,000 watch stolen by a street performer whilst on a night out in Berlin in February.
      Volland had been celebrating Union Berlin’s 1-0 win over Hoffenheim alongside team-mate Jerome Roussillon when his watch was nabbed while he was distracted.
      Roussillon subsequently ran after the perpetrator and caught him before retrieving the watch.
      Joelinton – January 2024
      Like his Newcastle team-mate Isak, midfielder Joelinton was also the subject of a sickening home break-in when three burglars entered his mansion.
      The injured Brazilian had been watching his team take on Man City from the sidelines when he got an alert that thugs had entered his house.
      While at St James’ Park he immediately contacted the police who raced to the address in Northumberland, only to find the attackers had already fled.
      Jack Grealish – December 2023
      In December, Man City star Jack Grealish’s £5.6million Cheshire pad was raided by thieves while he was playing.
      His loved ones, including partner Sasha Attwood, were forced to take cover as cops rushed to the £5.6million home to avoid a potential hostage situation.
      The robbers made off with £1million worth of jewellery and watches, while Grealish’s family were left “really shaken” in the horror. More

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

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      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

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      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