Paul Gascoigne pleads not guilty to sexual assault charge and will face trial in October

Paul Gascoigne pleads not guilty to sexual assault charge and will face trial in October
Paul Gascoigne will defend himself against a sex assault charge by saying he has a propensity to kiss people ‘in a non-sexual manner’, a court heard.Gascoigne, the former England star, was arrested while travelling on a train between York and Newcastle for allegedly kissing a woman without consent in Darlington in August.He appeared at Teesside Crown Court to enter a not guilty plea to the single charge of sexual assault.3

Gascoigne pleaded not guilty to the charge of sexual assault

The 51-year-old will apply for legal aid to be represented by a QC, as the case is being prosecuted by a barrister of the same seniority.His barrister Michelle Heeley QC told the court that a number of character witnesses will give evidence “about his propensity to kiss people in a non-sexual manner”.During the 10-minute hearing, Gascoigne had to be asked to be quiet by the Recorder of Middlesbrough, Judge Simon Bourne-Arton.The former player, wearing a blue suit and an open neck shirt, appeared upset when he sat in the dock.He stated his full name, date of birth and when he was asked his nationality, replied: “English, Protestant.”After hearing his trial could not be accommodated before October 14, Gascogine called out: “Sir, Your Honour.”3

He told the court he has ‘done nothing wrong’

The judge replied: “Be quiet.”Gascoigne said: “I’m worried to bits. I’m scared.”He then apologised to the judge.His solicitor, who was in court while his barrister was appearing via a videolink, then went to speak to Gascoigne in the dock.The judge said: “You have a solicitor and you have a QC, they will look after your interests.”The judge then told Gascoigne to be quiet again, to which the player said: “I’m tired.” During another conversation with his solicitor while the hearing took place, Gascoigne said that the police officer who arrested him talked about football, and asked for an autograph and selfies.Judge Bourne-Arton warned him: “Everyone can hear what you are saying. It is in your interest to speak quietly.”Gascoigne, who played for Newcastle United, Spurs, Lazio, Rangers, Middlesbrough and Everton, among other clubs, was granted unconditional bail ahead of his trial.The judge warned him he must turn up for the trial.3

Gascoigne’s trial will be held in October

Gascogine replied: “I will do, your lord.“I cannot wait.“I have done nothing wrong.”As he walked out of the court room, Gascoigne thanked Judge Bourne-Arton, kissed his fingers and gestured towards the robed judge in an apparent mark of respect.

---

Mohamed Salah insists he doesn't dive and Liverpool forward

---

England's Under-21 side were held by a resilient young Poland side in a 1-1 draw at Ashton Gate. Aidy Boothroyd's side had plenty of possession in Bristol, but failed to convert their superiority into genuine goalscoring chances.
Northern Ireland ease past Estonia as Jones stars to help get

---

Manchester United are reportedly offering Ander Herrera double his current wages in an effort to get him to stay at the club. The midfielder is out of contract with United at the end of the season
Man Utd 'prepared' to double Ander Herrera salary in effort

---

The son of Manchester United icon Paul Scholes has urged Matthijs de Ligt to join Barcelona because the Old Trafford club are 'w***' and have a 'team full of b***ends'. Scholes' son Arron, 19
Paul Scholes' son tells Ajax captain Matthijs de Ligt not to

---

Newcastle United's 2019/20 Away Kit Leaks Online & Is Slammed by Magpies FansHaran Naresh11 Jun 2019 A picture of Newcastle United's away top for the 2019/20 season has leaked online and Magpies fans are not too pleased with its design.
Newcastle United 2019/20 Away Football Kits & Shirts

---

Huddersfield's two-year stay in the Premier League is over after their relegation to the Championship was confirmed. Jan Siewert's side needed to win at Crystal Palace for their destiny to remain
EPL: Huddersfield's relegation confirmed after defeat by

---

Zlatan Ibrahimovic on Manchester United spell: 'I don't need to lick a**, but the fans were just amazing' The 37-year-old won the Carabao Cup and Europa League during his two seasons with United
"I don't need to lick a**, but the fans were just amazing

---

Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar has received a three match ban after he hit a Rennes fan in the aftermath of their defeat in the French cup final. Rennes won the game on penalties. The Brazilian had scored PSG's second goal of the game at the Stade de France with little over 20 minutes played on
Neymar handed three-game ban for Rennes fan assault - AS.com

---

Manchester United transfer news and gossip latest: Perisic, Manolas and Coutinho in? Valencia and Fellaini out? All the latest Old Trafford transfer speculation as the Red Devils seek to add to
Manchester United transfer news and gossip latest: Perisic

---

Chelsea news live: €60m star that could help Hazard, Gary Neville offers Chelsea transfer advice. Chelsea transfer news includes our live blog to keep up to date with all the latest goings on at Stamford Bridge
Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona put Jovic move on

---

Newcastle United have confirmed they will be take part in a pre-season tournament in China this July, and Toon supporters have met the news with mixed reactions. The Toon will play for the Premier League Asia Trophy this summer, competing with Wolves, Man City and West Ham in Nanjing and Shanghai.

---

Tottenham Hotspur: Why Spurs' record against Bournemouth suggests they don't need Harry Kane CHERRY PIE The England captain remains out but by the looks of the history books, Spurs should be able to register a vital win and secure a top four spot
~ Tottenham Hotspur: Is this the under-strength Spurs team

---