‘Devil Baby’ influencer who stalked Chelsea players avoids prison
A TikTok and Instagram influencer who bombarded Premier League footballer Mason Mount with messages following a one-night stand with him has avoided prison.
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American attempts to extradite former Gillingham FC vice chairman Michael Anderson fail
Attempts to extradite Gillingham FC’s former vice-chairman to America have been rejected after a court found the bid to be “disproportionate”.
Ex-Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone denies fraud charge
Ex-Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone has denied fraud over an allegation he failed to declare more than £400 million (€460 million) held in a trust in Singapore to the British government.
Just Stop Oil activists in court after protest at Gallagher Premiership final
Two Just Stop Oil activists have appeared in court charged with criminal damage and aggravated trespass after allegedly forcing a stoppage in play during Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership final at Twickenham.
Russian racing driver in UK High Court bid to get sanctions lifted
Russian racing driver Nikita Mazepin has begun a High Court fight with British government ministers after being made subject to sanctions in the wake of Russia‘s invasion of Ukraine.
Fan sentenced over ‘vile’ tweet about Ireland striker Michael Obafemi
A football fan who sent a “vile” racist tweet about Republic of Ireland international striker Michael Obafemi has been sentenced.
Man faces prison for racist tweet about Irish international Michael Obafemi
A man has been warned he faces a potential prison sentence for sending a racist tweet about Irish international footballer Michael Obafemi.
Former Liverpool star John Barnes given more time to clear tax debt
Former Watford, Liverpool and England footballer John Barnes has been given more time to clear a tax debt.