Saudi Pro League striker Ivan Toney charged with assault in UK

Ivan Toney, the Tottenham Hotspur striker, has been formally charged with assault in connection with an incident that allegedly occurred on 6 December of last year in the United Kingdom. The charge, announced by the Crown Prosecution Service, stems from a police investigation that concluded sufficient evidence existed to proceed with criminal proceedings against the 30‑year‑old footballer.

The case will be heard in a magistrates’ court, where Toney will enter a plea and await a trial date. If convicted, he could face a fine, a community‑service order or a short custodial sentence, depending on the severity of the offence as determined by the court. The charge adds to a series of legal challenges the player has faced in recent months, and the outcome may affect his availability for club and international duties pending the resolution of the matter.