Former Man Utd star Giggs goes on trial for assault

On Monday, former Manchester United Star Ryan Giggs arrived court to face trial on charges of attacking and coercively controlling his ex-girlfriend.

The 48-year-old, who until recently served as coach of the Wales national team, has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which carry a maximum jail term of five years.

He is also accused of common assault of her younger sister, Emma Greville, at his home in November 2020.

The trial at a crown court in Manchester is expected to last 10 days.

He has denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty at an initial court appearance in April last year.

His trial was due to be heard in January but it was delayed due to a backlog of court cases caused by the COVID pandemic.