Topic overview
In brief
- Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a nightclub in Soho.
- The alleged assault occurred on December 6, 2025, and Toney was charged on July 31, 2026.
- He is set to appear in court on September 24, 2026, as he seeks to clear his name.
Summary
In the United Kingdom, Ivan Toney, a 30-year-old footballer currently playing for Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League, has been charged with assault following an incident at a nightclub in Soho, London. The alleged assault occurred on December 6, 2025, at a venue on Wardour Street. Toney was charged on July 31, 2026, with assault causing actual bodily harm, as confirmed by the Metropolitan Police. He is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on September 24, 2026.
The incident reportedly involved Toney and a fan who attempted to take a photograph with him, leading to an altercation that resulted in the charge. A spokesperson for Toney stated that he acknowledges the charge and is shocked by the allegations, expressing his eagerness to clear his name in court. Toney has been on unconditional bail since his arrest in December 2025, allowing him to participate in the 2026 World Cup, where he played in two matches, including the third-place playoff against France.