Man Utd Fan Jailed for Assaulting Jack Grealish

Alfie Holt, a 20-year-old Manchester United fan, pleaded guilty to assaulting Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish by slapping him after the April Manchester derby at Old Trafford. Holt claimed he reacted after Grealish allegedly insulted him, though Grealish stated he could not hear Holt due to crowd noise and only sought conversation before being slapped. Holt had been drinking and shouting abuse at City players prior to the incident. He was arrested outside the stadium and received a three-year Football Banning Order, a £120 fine, £85 in costs, and a £48 surcharge. No injury was reported, and Holt expressed regret for his actions. The case underscored concerns about fan abuse and tense derby atmospheres.