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Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to Soho nightclub assault charge

5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:36 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to Soho nightclub assault charge

Summary

England striker Ivan Toney has pleaded not guilty to the charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm at Westminster Magistrates' Court. Toney is accused of attacking Saber Da Silva at a nightclub in Soho on December 6, 2025. Following a Metropolitan Police investigation, the charge was made public in July 2026. Toney, who plays for Saudi club Al-Ahli, indicated through a spokesperson that he looks forward to clearing his name in court. A follow-up court date can be expected as proceedings advance.

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By the Numbers

•Toney arrived at court shortly after 9:30 AM BST.
•He has won 10 caps for England and scored one goal.
•Toney was part of the Euro 2024 final squad and the 2026 World Cup team.
•The assault charge was announced after a police investigation.

Latest Updates

9:36 AMBBC Sport — Toney denies Soho nightclub assault
9:32 AMYahoo Sports — England forward Toney pleads not guilty to nightclub assault
9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Ivan Toney denies Soho nightclub assault
9:20 AMYahoo Sports — England striker Ivan Toney denies assaulting man at Soho nightclub

What they're saying

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England striker Ivan Toney pleaded not guilty to assaulting a nightclub security guard during a court appearance in London on Thursday.Toney stood in the dock at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday to confirm his name and age, and pleaded not guilty to a charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
— Yahoo Sports