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      Roy Keane seen for first time since Arsenal fan Scott Law arrested for ‘headbutting’ pundit after shock video revealed

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      ROY Keane has been seen for the first time since Arsenal fan Scott Law was arrested for allegedly headbutting the pundit in a shock video.The Sky Sports pundit was seen walking his dogs near his home – with no sign of any injuries on his face.
      Roy Keane has shown his face for the first timeCredit: The Sun
      The pundit appeared completely unhurtCredit: The Sun
      Keane took his dogs for a walkCredit: The Sun
      Arsenal helped police track Scott Law down after the dad allegedly headbutted Keane when the pundit “cheered on” Manchester United.
      Club officials are understood to have worked out Law’s identity from electronic ticket purchases – before handing cops his name and address.
      Gunners fan Law, 42, broke his nose clashing with Sky Sports pundit Keane, The Sun revealed yesterday.
      Law appeared to headbutt Keane when the former Man Utd star, cheered a goal from his old team against the Gunners.
      He was arrested and last night bailed.
      Witnesses claim Scott Law confronted Keane after Sunday’s Premier League match before launching a bungled headbutt which hit him in the shoulder.
      The impact apparently broke Law’s nose, with hardman Keane unhurt but “a bit shaken”.
      Onlookers claimed blood was left splattered on the ground of the West Stand of the Gunners’ Emirates Stadium.
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      It is alleged married dad-of-two Law was fuming after Red Devils legend Keane cheered from the punditry studio when his former side seemed to go ahead through Alejandro Garnacho’s 88th minute strike — although it was quickly disallowed for offside.
      Pals of Law, a £2,500 hospitality season ticket holder, say Keane hurled abuse at fans below.
      It is claimed Keane was then set upon as he made his way pitchside for analysis of Arsenal’s 3-1 victory.
      Video shared on social media yesterday showed fellow Sky pundit Micah Richards separating Law from Keane.
      Keane was heard asking for stewards to call police before Law left the scene.
      Law, of Waltham Abbey, Essex, was arrested yesterday on suspicion of ABH.
      He is understood to have been bailed after spending a few hours in custody.
      A source told The Sun: “Keane was giving it to the Arsenal fans when United scored, and it wound some up. He seemed to be provoking them.
      “Scott went to the concourse, saw him and headbutted him but he only hit his shoulder and did more damage to himself.
      “He broke his nose and Keane didn’t seem to be hurt at all, just a bit shaken up.”
      ‘SHAKEN’
      Another fan who witnessed the incident said: “The fan seemingly tried to headbutt Roy Keane.
      “Micah Richards stepped in and pushed the fan back against the door. I heard the altercation and I was shocked to see the individuals involved.”
      Sources said former Republic of Ireland midfielder Keane and ex-Man City defender Richards, 35, were left “shaken” by the incident but continued with their matchday duties.
      The pair have struck up a firm friendship off the field since meeting through punditry and have appeared in several spin-off shows together.
      Sky Sports will review security for its pundits and presenters for the rest of the season.
      Keane, who clashed with former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira in the tunnel at Arsenal’s old stadium at Highbury in 2005, was back home with his family yesterday in Hale, Cheshire.
      He was pictured taking his two dogs for a walk but refused to comment, covering his face from the cameras with a jumper.
      SEEING RED
      Richards touched briefly on the incident yesterday while recording The Rest is Football podcast with Match of the Day’s Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
      Lineker asked: “One of us had an interesting weekend, Micah, you were in the news?”
      Richards responded: “Oh my word. Gary, I’m not allowed to talk about it.”
      Lineker then clarified: “Because it’s under police investigation?”
      Richards confirmed that stating: “Exactly, but when I am allowed to talk about it, The Rest Is Football will get it first.”
      Shearer said: “I think the common opinion is don’t f*** with Big Meeks (Richards)!”
      Referring to the US law about the right to remain silent, Richards replied: “No comment. I plead the Fifth (Amendment)!”
      Lineker wrapped up the discussion by clarifying: “It is not something we should trivialise because it is a serious matter and we will wait until the police investigation is done until we discuss that story further.”
      Arsenal said yesterday: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.
      “The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully co-operating with their inquiries.”
      Manchester United did not wish to comment. Sky Sports confirmed: “Micah Richards was acting to defuse a situation.”
      The Met said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday September 3, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
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      “The man has been taken into custody. Inquiries are ongoing.”
      There was no answer at Law’s Essex home last night.
      An Arsenal fan broke his nose clashing with Roy Keane
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      Who is Arsenal fan Scott Law who ‘headbutted’ Roy Keane?

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      ARSENAL’S victory over Manchester United during their Premier League clash has been overshadowed by antics off the pitch. Footage emerged that allegedly showed pundit Roy Keane being headbutted by a Gunners supporter inside the Emirates Stadium.
      Scott Law, 42, allegedly headbutted Roy Keane at the Emirates Stadium
      Who is Scott Law?
      Scott Law, 42, is a married dad-of-two named locally as the fan at the centre of the incident that unfolded in the West Stand on Sunday, September 3, 2023.
      He was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH) the following day and was taken into custody, the Met Police said.
      The Arsenal fan, who is a £2,500 hospitality season ticket holder, was bailed a few hours later.
      Law, of Waltham Abbey, Essex, is alleged to have been involved in the dramatic altercation with Keane.
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      Football officials are understood to have identified him as being involved in the incident through electronic ticket purchases.
      What happened with Roy Keane?
      Shocking footage emerged appearing to show the aftermath of a scuffle involving Roy Keane and Law inside the stadium.
      It appears to show the pundit’s Sky Sports colleague Micah Richards pinning a fan against a wall as he intervened.
      The former footballers had been waiting for a lift at the top of the West Stand in the final minutes of the match when the incident occurred.
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      Keane and Richards were making their way from a studio down to the pitchside for a post-game discussion as part of Sky Sports’ coverage.
      The pair then tried to race back to the studio after Alejandro Garnacho scored what he thought to be United’s winner, before the goal was ruled out by VAR for an offside.
      A man, which witnesses claim was Law, is then alleged to have confronted Keane before launching a bungled headbutt.
      Friends of the football fan claimed that the Man United legend had been hurling abuse at Arsenal supporters below.
      The headbutt is said to have hit Keane in the shoulder, with the impact breaking Law’s nose.
      Hardman Keane was unhurt but “a bit shaken”.
      His colleague Richards stepped in to defuse the scuffle and appeared to grab the football fan by the collar.
      Both the pundits were eventually escorted down to the pitch, where they continued their broadcast alongside ex-Arsenal winger Theo Walcott and presenter Dave Jones.
      What has been said about the Scott Law incident with Roy Keane?
      Micah Richards briefly touched on the incident while he recorded The Rest is Football podcast with Match of the Day’s Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer on Sunday.
      Lineker asked: “One of us had an interesting weekend, Micah, you were in the news?”
      Richards responded: “Oh my word. Gary, I’m not allowed to talk about it.” Lineker then clarified: “Because it’s under police investigation?”
      Richards confirmed that, stating: “Exactly, but when I am allowed to talk about it, The Rest Is Football will get it first.”
      Shearer said: “I think the common opinion is don’t f*** with Big Meeks (Richards)!”
      Referring to the US law about the right to remain silent, Richards replied: “No comment. I plead the Fifth (Amendment)!”
      Lineker wrapped up the discussion by adding: “It is not something we should trivialise because it is a serious matter and we will wait until the police investigation is done until we discuss that story further.”
      Arsenal released a statement regarding the incident.
      The club said: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.
      “The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully co-operating with their inquiries.”
      Manchester United did not wish to comment. Sky Sports confirmed: “Micah Richards was acting to defuse a situation.”
      The Met said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday September 3, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
      “The man has been taken into custody. Inquiries are ongoing.”
      What punishment could Scott Law face?
      Law could be slapped with a prison sentence or a hefty fine if he faced charges.
      Actual bodily harm is a criminal offence under the Offences Against the Person Act 1861.
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      Assaults which are described as actual bodily harm cause injuries which are serious but don’t cause serious permanent damage to the victim.
      ABH carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and/or an unlimited fine not exceeding the statutory maximum. More

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      Cops probe Man Utd star Antony after ex Gabriela Cavallin shares ‘I hope you die’ texts & injury pics

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      COPS have launched a probe into Man Utd star Antony after his ex-girlfriend revealed disturbing texts amid allegations of abuse.The United winger, 23, who was bought for £85m last year, has been accused of assaulting Gabriela Cavallin.
      Manchester United star Antony has denied all domestic abuse allegationsCredit: Getty
      DJ and influencer Gabriela Cavallin came forward with new WhatsApp messagesCredit: Social Media
      The messages allegedly sent by the footballer
      Antony has strongly denied the allegations and vowed to clear his name.
      He posted on Sunday: “Out of respect for my fans, friends and family I feel obligated to speak publicly about the false accusations I have been a victim of.
      “I come to deny the accusations made and inform that I remain at the full disposal of the Brazilian authorities to clarify what is needed.
      “I trust the ongoing police investigations will reveal the truth about my innocence.”
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      It came after Gabriela shared texts allegedly sent from the footballer saying “I hope you die”.
      Greater Manchester Police has confirmed it is aware of the accusations against the Brazilian international footballer.
      The force said in a statement: “Greater Manchester Police is aware of the allegations made and enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this report.
      “We will not be commenting any further at this time.”
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      Police in Sao Paolo, Brazil opened inquiries in June when Cavallin filed a report alleging “domestic violence, threat and bodily injury”.
      The alleged victim is also reported to have filed a separate complaint to GMP.
      Antony posted an online response denying what he called “false” allegations while offering to co-operate with any investigations.
      He insisted the ongoing inquiries would “reveal the truth about my innocence”.
      Cavallin’s fresh claims were first published by Brazilian outlet UOL, one of the South American country’s largest news providers.
      She also shared two new images showing injuries on her head and fingers, claiming to be a result of Antony’s alleged attacks.
      She alleges her finger was cut to the bone and that the footballer attacked her while she was pregnant.
      In a new string of undated WhatsApp messages, the DJ and influencer, 23, claims Antony wished she was dead and told her “go f*** yourself” after she allegedly refused to reply to his messages and calls.
      “It’s over between me and you,” Antony reportedly wrote. “I hope you die and go f*** yourself.
      “You’re disgusting you even left WhatsApp and turned off your internet.”
      The texts go on to read that Antony, also 23, allegedly called Gabriela “deceitful” and urged her to pick up his phone calls.
      “You’ve been deceitful,” the Brazil winger reportedly wrote.
      “You did that with all the guys that you came across with in your life.
      “Pick up the phone if you’re woman enough.”
      A second screenshot from Gabriela’s mobile phone exposes the Man United star’s allegedly “unforgivable” actions.
      Antony allegedly replied: “I understand, just take care of yourselves okay? That’s all I ask of you.”
      Gabriela, who has nearly 500,000 Instagram followers, replied: “You tried scaring the life out of me speeding in your car and playing the steering wheel.
      “So don’t tell me to take care of myself now.”
      Gabriela also shared pictures of injuries in her headCredit: Gabriela Cavallin / UOL
      She claims the injuries are a result of Antony’s alleged attacksCredit: Gabriela Cavallin / UOL
      The shocking allegations come weeks after Gabriela was allegedly preparing to report Antony to police in the UK over domestic abuse allegations.
      She had previously filed a complaint against the player which is currently under ongoing investigation in his native Brazil.
      A total of four alleged attacks are described in a police report seen by respected sports news site ESPN.
      She says she dated Brazil World Cup ace Antony, also 23, on and off for two years and lived with him in Amsterdam while he played for Ajax.
      She claims the first assault came at a nightclub in São Paulo last July when she was around 17 weeks pregnant with his baby.
      Antony allegedly dragged her out by the arm and hair then pushed her into a car after she ended their romance.
      Gabriela told cops they got back together soon after and she moved with him to Manchester after his transfer to the Red Devils.
      A second alleged attack came at Gabriela’s flat in January.
      The “jealous” star is alleged to have left her needing surgery to fix displaced silicone boob implants.
      Two more alleged assaults followed in England – one witnessed by her friend and Antony’s mother.
      Gabriela also said Antony threatened her after she returned to Brazil last month.
      She has requested “urgent protective measures” against Antony, according to Brazilian media.
      A spokesman for Manchester United said the club did not have any comment.
      The couple’s romance was first made public last year.
      In July, Gabriela shared on social media that she had suffered a miscarriage.
      The baby boy would have have been named Luca Mateo.
      Antony issued a lengthy denial and vowed to clear his name when the allegations were first made in June.
      He had written: “To friends, fans, and followers,
      “For your sake, after giving my statement at the police station where the investigation involving my name is being conducted, I would like to speak publicly for the first time since I was falsely accused of assault.
      “I remained silent until this moment so that nothing could interfere with the investigative process, but during all these days my family and I suffered in silence.
      “Even though I was born and raised in a very underprivileged community, I had never been through a situation similar to this one, in which a false accusation of assault generated a prior and unfair public judgement by some people.
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      “After the investigation is closed, my innocence will be proven, it being certain that justice will prevail and the damage initially caused to my image will remain in the past.
      “Thank you for the countless messages of support received during this very difficult time.” More

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      Arsenal fan who headbutted Roy Keane unmasked as dad Scott Law who ‘broke own nose’ in attack after star ‘cheered Utd’

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      AN Arsenal fan broke his nose clashing with Sky pundit Roy Keane.Scott Law appeared to headbutt Keane when the former Man Utd star, cheered a goal from his old team against the Gunners.
      An Arsenal fan broke his nose clashing with Roy Keane, the pundit appears to shout for security
      Scott Law, 42, appeared to headbutt Keane when he cheered a goal from his old teamCredit: Faecbook
      Sky pundit Keane was left unhurt but ‘a bit shaken’Credit: Rex
      He was pictured taking his dogs for a walk but covered his face from the camerasCredit: Zenpix
      Law, 42, was arrested and last night bailed.
      Witnesses claim Scott Law confronted Keane after Sunday’s Premier League match before launching a bungled headbutt which hit him in the shoulder.
      The impact apparently broke Law’s nose, with hardman Keane unhurt but “a bit shaken”.
      Witnesses claimed blood was left splattered on the ground of the West Stand of the Gunners’ Emirates Stadium.
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      It is alleged married dad-of-two Law was fuming after Red Devils legend Keane cheered from the punditry studio when his former side seemed to go ahead through Alejandro Garnacho’s 88th minute strike — although it was quickly disallowed for offside.
      Pals of Law, a £2,500 hospitality season ticket holder, say Keane hurled abuse at fans below.
      It is claimed Keane was then set upon as he made his way pitchside for analysis of Arsenal’s 3-1 victory.
      Video shared on social media yesterday showed fellow Sky pundit Micah Richards separating Law from Keane.
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      Keane was heard asking for stewards to call police before Law left the scene.
      Arsenal officials are understood to have worked out his identity from electronic ticket purchases and handed cops his name and address.
      Law, of Waltham Abbey, Essex, was arrested yesterday on suspicion of ABH.
      He is understood to have been bailed after spending a few hours in custody.
      A source told The Sun: “Keane was giving it to the Arsenal fans when United scored, and it wound some up. He seemed to be provoking them.
      “Scott went to the concourse, saw him and headbutted him but he only hit his shoulder and did more damage to himself.
      “He broke his nose and Keane didn’t seem to be hurt at all, just a bit shaken up.”
      Another fan who witnessed the incident said: “The fan seemingly tried to headbutt Roy Keane.
      “Micah Richards stepped in and pushed the fan back against the door. I heard the altercation and I was shocked to see the individuals involved.”
      Sources said former Republic of Ireland midfielder Keane and ex-Man City defender Richards, 35, were left “shaken” by the incident but continued with their matchday duties.
      The pair have struck up a firm friendship off the field since meeting through punditry and have appeared in several spin-off shows together.
      Sky Sports will review security for its pundits and presenters for the rest of the season.
      Keane, who clashed with former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira in the tunnel at Arsenal’s old stadium at Highbury in 2005, was back home with his family yesterday in Hale, Cheshire.
      He was pictured taking his two dogs for a walk but refused to comment, covering his face from the cameras with a jumper.
      Richards touched briefly on the incident yesterday while recording The Rest is Football podcast with Match of the Day’s Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
      Lineker asked: “One of us had an interesting weekend, Micah, you were in the news?”
      Richards responded: “Oh my word. Gary, I’m not allowed to talk about it.”
      Lineker then clarified: “Because it’s under police investigation?”
      Richards confirmed that stating: “Exactly, but when I am allowed to talk about it, The Rest Is Football will get it first.”
      Shearer said: “I think the common opinion is don’t f*** with Big Meeks (Richards)!”
      Referring to the US law about the right to remain silent, Richards replied: “No comment. I plead the Fifth (Amendment)!”
      Lineker wrapped up the discussion by clarifying: “It is not something we should trivialise because it is a serious matter and we will wait until the police investigation is done until we discuss that story further.”
      Arsenal said yesterday: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.
      “The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully co-operating with their inquiries.”
      Manchester United did not wish to comment. Sky Sports confirmed: “Micah Richards was acting to defuse a situation.”
      The Met said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday September 3, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
      “The man has been taken into custody. Inquiries are ongoing.”
      There was no answer at Law’s Essex home last night.
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      Mum Elaine, 67, declined to comment at her home in Bethnal Green, East London.

      Additional reporting by Julia Atherley and Joe Hadden

      Footage captioned by a fan shows Richards ‘hold back’ Law
      Footage shows Keane resuming his spat with LawCredit: Twitter
      In the video shared online, the pundit was heard asking for stewards to call police before Law left the sceneCredit: Twitter
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      Man United star Antony’s ex Gabriela Cavallin shares ‘I hope you die’ texts & injury pics as cops probe violence claim

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      MANCHESTER United star Antony’s ex-girlfriend has come forward with new text messages amid allegations of domestic violence.It comes after the £85million winger denied assaulting Gabriela Cavallin and vowed to clear his name after being quizzed by cops in Brazil.
      Manchester United star Antony has denied all domestic abuse allegationsCredit: Getty
      DJ and influencer Gabriela Cavallin came forward with new WhatsApp messagesCredit: Social Media

      Cavallin’s fresh claims were first published by Brazilian media outlet UOL, one of the South American country’s largest news providers.
      Gabriela also shared two new images showing injuries on her head and fingers, claiming to be a result of Antony’s alleged attacks.
      She alleges her finger was cut to the bone and that the footballer attacked her while she was pregnant.
      In a new string of undated WhatsApp messages, the DJ and influencer, 23, claims Antony wished she was dead and told her “go f**k yourself” after she allegedly refused to reply to his messages and calls.
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      “It’s over between me and you,” Antony reportedly wrote.
      “I hope you die and go f*** yourself.”
      “You’re disgusting you even left WhatsApp and turned off your internet.”
      The texts go on to read that Antony, also 23, allegedly called Gabriela “deceitful” and urged her to pick up his phone calls.
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      “You’ve been deceitful,” the Brazil winger reportedly wrote.
      “You did that with all the guys that you came across with in your life.
      “Pick up the phone if you’re woman enough.”
      A second screenshot from Gabriela’s mobile phone exposes the Man United star’s allegedly “unforgivable” actions.
      Antony allegedly replied: “I understand, just take care of yourselves okay? That’s all I ask of you.”
      Gabriela, who has nearly 500,000 Instagram followers, replied: “You tried scaring the life out of me speeding in your car and playing the steering wheel.
      “So don’t tell me to take care of myself now.”
      Gabriela also shared pictures of injuries in her headCredit: Gabriela Cavallin / UOL
      She claims the injuries are a result of Antony’s alleged attacksCredit: Gabriela Cavallin / UOL
      The shocking allegations come weeks after Gabriela reportedly was preparing to report Antony to police in the UK over domestic abuse allegations.
      She had previously filed a complaint against the £85million winger which is currently under ongoing investigation in his native Brazil.
      A total of four alleged attacks are described in a police report seen by respected sports news site ESPN.
      She says she dated Brazil World Cup ace Antony, also 23, on and off for two years and lived with him in Amsterdam while he played for Ajax.
      She claims the first assault came at a nightclub in São Paulo last July when she was around 17 weeks pregnant with his baby.
      Antony allegedly dragged her out by the arm and hair then pushed her into a car after she ended their romance.
      Gabriela told cops they got back together soon after and she moved with him to Manchester after his transfer to the Red Devils.
      A second alleged attack came at Gabriela’s flat in January.
      The “jealous” star is alleged to have left her needing surgery to fix displaced silicone boob implants.
      Two more alleged assaults followed in England – one witnessed by her friend and Antony’s mother.
      Gabriela also said Antony threatened her after she returned to Brazil last month.
      She has requested “urgent protective measures” against Antony, according to Brazilian media.
      A spokesman for Manchester United said the club does not have any comment.
      The Sun Online has also contacted Greater Manchester Police for comment on the allegations.
      The couple’s romance was first made public last year.
      In July, Gabriela shared on social media that she had suffered a miscarriage.
      The baby boy would have have been named Luca Mateo.
      Antony issued a lengthy denial and vowed to clear his name when the allegations were first made in June.
      He wrote: “To friends, fans, and followers,
      “For your sake, after giving my statement at the police station where the investigation involving my name is being conducted, I would like to speak publicly for the first time since I was falsely accused of assault.
      “I remained silent until this moment so that nothing could interfere with the investigative process, but during all these days my family and I suffered in silence.
      “Even though I was born and raised in a very underprivileged community, I had never been through a situation similar to this one, in which a false accusation of assault generated a prior and unfair public judgement by some people.
      “After the investigation is closed, my innocence will be proven, it being certain that justice will prevail and the damage initially caused to my image will remain in the past.
      Read More on The Sun
      “Thank you for the countless messages of support received during this very difficult time.”

      Gabriela claims her ex-boyfriend ‘wished she was dead’ in a new string of text messagesCredit: Social Media
      The £85million winger vowed to clear his name in a Instagram post to his fansCredit: Getty More

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      Micah Richards speaks out for first time after being filmed restraining Roy Keane’s ‘attacker’ at Arsenal match

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      MICAH Richards has broken his silence after pinning a man against a wall during the Arsenal and Manchester United match.The ex-Manchester City defender, 35, was seen grabbing a fan by the collar after Roy Keane was allegedly headbutted on Sunday.
      Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wallCredit: Twitter
      Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards host The Rest Is Football podcastCredit: The Rest Is Football
      The pair had been making their way pitchside ahead the post-match analysis for Sky Sports’ Super Sunday when an altercation allegedly broke out.
      Richards today addressed the incident as he recorded The Rest Is Football podcast with Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
      Lineker touched on the incident in a short opening monologue, saying: “One of us had an interesting weekend, Micah, you’re in the news.”
      But Richards replied: “Gary, I’m not allowed to talk about it.
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      “But when I’m allowed to talk about it. The Rest is Football will get it first.”
      Shearer then poked fun at his co-host, replying: “I think the common opinion is ‘don’t f*** with big Mics’.”
      Lineker added: “In case those of you are unaware, there was an incident at Arsenal yesterday where allegedly Roy Keane was headbutted by someone and a certain Micah Richards stepped in.
      “We’ll get the full story at some point. It is something we shouldn’t trivialise, either, really, because obviously that is a serious thing if fans start attacking people.
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      “We will wait until the police investigation is done until before we cover that story even more.”
      The trio also sang the Rocky theme tune during the opening minute of the latest episode.
      Keane and Richards are understood to have been waiting near a lift in a members-only bar in the West Stand of the Emirates Stadium.
      They had been making their way down from the Sky studio as the match reached its closing stages.
      But footage emerged last night showing Richards pinning a man against a wall after the fan allegedly assaulted Keane.
      Both pundits were later escorted down to the pitch by security, with neither referencing the incident as they gave their thoughts to viewers after the game.
      However, The Sun understands the pair were left shaken after the incident.
      Sky is also now beefing up its security moving forward.
      Richards’ comments come as the Metropolitan Police today confirmed a man had been arrested on suspicion of assault.
      A spokesperson said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
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      “The man has been taken into police custody. Enquiries are ongoing.”
      Keane, meanwhile, used a jumper to hide his face as he broke cover this morning.
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      Man, 42, arrested for ‘headbutting’ Roy Keane in attack during Arsenal vs Man Utd match

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      A 42-YEAR-old man has been arrested after Roy Keane was allegedly headbutted during the Arsenal and Manchester United game.Footage emerged from inside the Emirates Stadium showing Sky Sports colleague Micah Richards pinning a fan against a wall during a altercation on Sunday.
      Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wall with Keane nearbyCredit: Twitter
      The pair were waiting for a lift in the West Stand when the alleged incident took placeCredit: Twitter
      The Met Police said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 3, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday, September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
      “The man has been taken into police custody. Enquiries are ongoing.”
      Keane and Richards were left shaken following the confrontation, Sun Sport understands.
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      Sky is also understood to now be beefing up its security moving forward.
      The two Sky Sports pundits had been waiting for a lift at the top of the West Stand during the closing minutes of the match when the altercation broke out.
      Keane and Richards had been making their way from a studio down to the pitchside to give their post-match thoughts as part of Sky Sports’ coverage.
      The pair then tried to race back to the studio after Alejandro Garnacho scored what he thought to be United’s winner, before the goal was ruled out by VAR for an offside.
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      Keane is then alleged to have been confronted by the man, before Richards stepped in and appeared to grab the fan by the collar.
      A witness told The Express that Richards was “acting like a bodyguard” for Keane, who was asking nearby staff to call police.
      They were eventually escorted down to the pitch, where they continued their broadcast alongside ex-Arsenal winger Theo Walcott and presenter Dave Jones.
      Keane and Richards seemed assured as they gave their thoughts on the game on Sky Sports’ Super Sunday coverage.
      The former United skipper even joked with Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice about how his late goal should have been deemed an own goal.
      A spokesperson for Sky Sports said: “We understand the police are investigating an alleged assault by a member of the public immediately preceding the footage circulating on social media.
      “In the footage seen, Micah Richards was acting to defuse a situation.”
      Arsenal are cooperating with authorities with the investigation underway.
      A club statement added: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.
      “The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully cooperating with their enquiries.”
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      Arsenal ended up running out 3-1 winners thanks to injury time strikes from new-signing Rice and substitute Gabriel Jesus.
      Marcus Rashford had earlier given United the lead, before Martin Odegaard cancelled out his strike less than a minute later.
      Keane was left shaken following the incident, but joked with Declan Rice after the game about his goalCredit: Reuters
      Richards and Keane did not reference the incident as they gave their thoughts on the gameCredit: Twitter More

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      ‘Shaken’ Roy Keane hides face after fan ‘headbutted’ him at Arsenal vs Man Utd – as man, 42, is arrested for assault

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      ROY Keane hid his face as he broke cover today after a fan allegedly headbutted him during the Arsenal and Manchester United match.Video showed the ex-Manchester United skipper, 52, in a confrontation inside the Emirates Stadium during the closing moments of the game yesterday.
      Roy Keane stepped out with his two dogs this morningCredit: The Sun
      The Manchester United legend used a black jumped to hide his face as he walked along the roadCredit: The Sun
      Keane was said to have been shaken by the incident during the match yesterdayCredit: The Sun
      Footage emerged showing Richards pinning a man against a wallCredit: Twitter
      Keane broke cover this morning as he emerged for a walk with his two dogs.
      The United legend, wearing a white t-shirt and baggy grey shorts, used a black jumper to cover his face as he walked along a residential road.
      It comes after his Sky Sports colleague Micah Richards was seen pinning a man against a wall as footage of the altercation emerged last night.
      Both pundits are said to have been left shaken following the incident.
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      Metropolitan Police confirmed a man has been arrested on suspicion of assault today.
      A spokesman said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, 3 September, during which a man was assaulted.
      “On Monday September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH). The man has been taken into police custody. Enquiries are ongoing.”
      Witnesses have revealed how Keane called on nearby staff to call police.
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      Sky are now beefing up their security moving forward, Sun Sport understands.
      Keane and Richards had been waiting by a lift as they made their way pitchside as the match came to a close.
      But both tried to return to the Sky studio after Alejandro Garnacho had a goal ruled out for offside.
      The pair were eventually escorted away by security, where they were both able to give their post-match analysis for Sky.
      Arsenal are cooperating with authorities with the investigation underway.
      A club spokesperson added: “We are aware of an incident that took place during our match against Manchester United on Sunday.
      “The Metropolitan Police is conducting an investigation into the matter and we are fully cooperating with their enquiries.”
      A spokesperson for Sky Sports said: “We understand the police are investigating an alleged assault by a member of the public immediately preceding the footage circulating on social media.
      “In the footage seen, Micah Richards was acting to defuse a situation.”
      A Met Police spokesman confirmed the force has launched an investigation.
      A statement read: “Police are investigating following an assault that is alleged to have occurred at the Emirates Stadium during an Arsenal v Manchester United match on Sunday, 3 September.
      “There have been no arrests. Inquiries are ongoing.”
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      The two pundits have formed an unlikely bond, having played for fierce rivals Man City and Man United.
      They regularly work on Sky’s Super Sunday programme and will likely be back on TV screens together after the international break on September 17.
      The former United skipper has not spoken about the incident after footage emerged yesterdayCredit: The Sun
      Keane was flanked by his dogs as he headed out for a walk this morningCredit: The Sun
      Keane did not reference the incident as he appeared on Sky a short time afterCredit: Twitter More