IVAN TONEY CHARGED WITH ASSAULT AFTER SOHO NIGHTCLUB INCIDENT

England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a nightclub on Wardour Street in Soho on 6 December. The 30-year-old, who plays for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, was charged on 31 July. He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 24 September. A spokesperson for Toney said he "acknowledges the charge" and "looks forward to being given the opportunity to clear his name in court".

Toney began his career at Northampton Town and had permanent spells at Newcastle, Peterborough and Brentford before moving to Saudi Arabia in 2024. He was selected for England's World Cup squad last month, starting the match against France and appearing as a late substitute against Argentina. He was part of the England team that finished third in the tournament.

The charge relates to an alleged incident at the Soho venue on 6 December last year. Toney's court appearance in September will mark the next stage in proceedings. The case comes during what has been a significant period for the striker both domestically and internationally.