- Roy Keane was assaulted by an Arsenal fan
- Law headbutted Keane
- Law received a three-year football banning order
A former Manchester United player, Roy Keane, was assaulted by an Arsenal fan, Scott Law, following a match between the two teams last September.
The Incident:
Law, a 43-year-old from Essex, headbutted Keane while the former footballer was working as a pundit for Sky Sports at the Emirates Stadium.
Law claimed there had been playful banter throughout the game, but it escalated after a controversial VAR decision.
The Court Case:
Law denied the assault charge, but the judge found him untruthful. CCTV footage contradicted Law’s claim of self-defense and showed him running away from the stadium. Keane suffered bruising and was described as shocked by the attack.
The Verdict and Repercussions:
Law received a three-year football banning order, community service, and was ordered to pay costs. He plans to appeal the conviction.
The Takeaway:
The judge condemned the violence and emphasized the importance of safety for everyone at sporting events.
Additional Notes:
The story omits some details like Law’s claimed encounter with Keane in the toilet and the mention of Keane’s past reputation. It focuses on the core details of the assault, the court case, and the verdict.
