Wissam Ben Yedder on Trial for Sexual Assault

Wissam Ben Yedder, a former French international footballer and ex-AS Monaco captain, is on trial in Nice for alleged sexual assault, facing charges stemming from an incident on September 6 where he reportedly performed a sexual act in front of a woman in his car after a night of drinking. His lawyers stated that he expresses remorse and intends to take responsibility for his actions. Ben Yedder, currently without a club and struggling with alcoholism, could face a maximum sentence of 10 years if convicted. This trial is part of a broader legal struggle for the 34-year-old, who is also due in court in December for charges of psychological violence against his wife amid divorce proceedings and is under investigation for a separate rape allegation. His professional career, which included notable stints at Toulouse and FC Sevilla, has been marred by legal issues, including a recent suspended sentence for tax fraud. Ben Yedder, who scored 118 goals for Monaco, had his contract expire this year and has denied all accusations against him.