Manchester City and England goalkeeper Khiara Keating has pleaded not guilty to possessing nitrous oxide.
The 20-year-old appeared in court alongside her mother, Nicola Keating, who also denied the same charge.
The pair were arrested in June following an investigation by Greater Manchester Police. Nitrous oxide became a Class C drug last November, with possession for recreational use becoming an offense.
Keating, a rising star in women’s football, was crucial to Manchester City’s successful WSL campaign, winning the Golden Glove award for best goalkeeper. Despite her young age, she has already been called up to the England national team.
The case has been adjourned until September, where a trial date will be set.
