England forward Ivan Toney charged with assault in Soho

England forward Ivan Toney has been charged with assault after an incident at a nightclub in central London. The 30-year-old, who plays for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, was charged on 31 July over an incident on Wardour Street in Soho on 6 December. He faces one charge of assault causing actual bodily harm and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 24 September. A spokesperson for Toney said: "Ivan acknowledges the charge and although he is naturally shocked, he looks forward to being given the opportunity to clear his name in court." Toney came through at Northampton Town before permanent stints at Newcastle, Peterborough and Brentford, then moved to Saudi Arabia in 2024. He was a surprise addition to England's World Cup squad; apart from starting the 6-4 win over France in the bronze final, his only other appearance was as a late substitute in the 2-1 semifinal loss to Argentina.