England forward Toney charged with assault in Soho
The 30-year-old former Brentford striker is due to appear in court next month.
England forward Ivan Toney faces assault charges stemming from an incident at a London nightclub. The 30-year-old, who currently plays for Saudi Pro League team Al-Ahli, was charged on July 31st following an altercation on Wardour Street in Soho on December 6th. Toney, who started England's 6-4 victory over France at the World Cup's bronze final, is accused of assault causing actual bodily harm and is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on September 24th.
A representative for Toney stated that the player acknowledges the charge and, despite being shocked, anticipates the chance to prove his innocence in court. Toney's football career began at Northampton Town, with subsequent stints at Newcastle, Peterborough, and Brentford before relocating to Saudi Arabia in 2024. He was an unexpected pick for England's World Cup roster, with his only other appearance for the team being as a late substitute during the 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina.
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