Credited from: ALJAZEERA
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault at a nightclub in Soho, London, following an incident on December 6, 2022. The police report indicates that the 30-year-old, playing for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, was charged on July 31 with assault causing actual bodily harm and is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on September 24, 2026, according to BBC.
As noted by Reuters, Toney, who scored 42 goals last season, represented England in the recent World Cup and played a key role in matches, including the third-place playoff against France. With a significant 2024 transfer to Al-Ahli for £53.8 million, his performance has made headlines, making this legal issue particularly notable.
Further details from Al Jazeera reveal Toney's earlier career began at Northampton Town and progressed through clubs like Newcastle United before his England debut in 2023. This recent charge adds an unexpected dimension to his professional narrative as he prepares for the upcoming Saudi Pro League season.