A man arrested on suspicion of headbutting football pundit and former Republic of Ireland international Roy Keane has been released on bail until late September.
The 42-year-old is accused of assault causing actual bodily harm over a confrontation with Keane at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
Footage was posted on social media of fellow Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards stepping in to move the suspect away from Keane.
The confrontation followed Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Manchester United.
Ken Early on World Cup draw: Ireland face task to overcome Hungary, their football opposites
The top 25 women’s sporting moments of the year: 25-6 revealed with Mona McSharry, Rachael Blackmore and relay team featuring
Is there anything good about the 2034 World Cup going to Saudi Arabia?
World Cup 2026 draw: Team-by-team guide to Ireland’s opponents
The Metropolitan Police refused to name anyone involved in the incident, but released a statement that said: “Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 3rd, during which a man was assaulted.
“On Monday, September 4th, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH).
“The man was taken into police custody before being released on bail until a date in late September.
“Inquiries are ongoing.”
